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The original poster asks whether they can reassign the Windows + E shortcut to open the Downloads folder using PowerToys. Neemobeer suggests an alternative approach, such as creating a custom shortcut to open Downloads instead of remapping the existing shortcut. The discussion indicates a desire for customization of shortcut behavior, with some proposing simpler workarounds rather than direct remapping.
zerosama

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Hello,

Can I change the shortcut Windows Key + E to another folder (Downloads) from Powertoys? How?

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Neemobeer
A easier solution may be to create a shortcut and add a different shortcut like so.
An image from 'Can I change the shortcut Windows Key + E to another folder (Downloads) from Powertoys?'. Properties window of explorer.exe shortcut targeting Downloads folder with Ctrl+Alt+E hotkey.
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A easier solution may be to create a shortcut and add a different shortcut like so.
An image from 'Can I change the shortcut Windows Key + E to another folder (Downloads) from Powertoys?'. Properties window of explorer.exe shortcut targeting Downloads folder with Ctrl+Alt+E hotkey.
 

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