ShiftConvert
Change the format. Images, PDFs, video and audio each get their own list.
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Convert and edit files while you drag them.
Drag files in File Explorer and press Shift, Ctrl or Alt. A wheel opens under the cursor. Drop on a choice and a new file is saved next to the original.
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IMG_2048.jpgSaved next to the original
Shift pressed mid-drag. Release on JPG.
How it works
You already drag files around. Shiftwheel adds one key press to that drag.
- 1
Drag files
In File Explorer, as you normally would. One file or a whole selection.
- 2
Press a key
A wheel opens under the cursor. It only shows options that fit the files you are holding.
- 3
Drop on a segment
The result is saved as a new file next to the original.
Three keys, three wheels
Each key opens a different wheel, with options for the files you are holding.
CtrlTools
Work on the file. Compress, resize, crop, trim, split, merge, zip or extract.
AltActions
Do something with it. Copy, copy the path, open a terminal, move, copy to, show.
What it does, by file type
The wheel changes with what you drag. These are the options for each kind of file.
Images
Photos, screenshots and scans. HEIC and AVIF open through Windows itself.
Shift Convert
- JPG, PNG, WebPGet the format a website or app asks for.
- PDFTurn a picture into a PDF you can send or print.
- ICO, BMP, TIFF, GIFMake an icon or an older format when a program needs it.
- HEIC and AVIF inOpen iPhone photos and convert them to JPG or PNG.
Ctrl Tools
- CompressPick a quality preset, or keep the file under a size in KB or MB.
- ResizeMake a large photo smaller in pixels.
- CropCut to a ratio such as 1:1 or 16:9, or draw your own box.
- Rotate and straightenTurn by 90 degrees or by any angle to level a crooked photo.
- Remove metadataStrip camera, date and location details before you share.
- Copy textReads the text in a picture on your PC, saves it as a .txt and copies it.
- One PDFCombine several images into a single PDF, in order.
- ZipPack a selection into one ZIP file.
Turn a PDF into something else, or work on the document itself.
Shift Convert
- Pages to PNG or JPGSave every page as an image.
- Text to TXTPull the text out into a plain text file.
Ctrl Tools
- CompressMake a PDF smaller for email or a form upload.
- RotateFix pages that were scanned sideways or upside down.
- SplitBreak one PDF into smaller files.
- Pick and reorder pagesKeep only the pages you need, in the order you want.
- MergeJoin two or more PDFs into one.
- Remove metadataClear the author and other details stored in the file.
- ZipPack the PDFs into one ZIP file.
Video
Clips from a phone, a camera or a screen recording. Windows' own media engine does the work.
Shift Convert
- MP4A video format almost everything can play.
- GIFA short loop for a chat or a document.
- MP3, M4A, WAVKeep only the sound from a video.
Ctrl Tools
- Fit sizeUnder 10, 25, 50 or 100 MB, or any size you type.
- TrimType a start and end time and keep that part.
- SplitCut a long clip into 2, 3 or 4 equal parts.
- MuteRemove the sound track.
- JoinPut two or more videos together into one MP4.
- Save framesOne PNG for each second, for up to 2 minutes of video.
- 720pLower the resolution to make the file smaller.
- ZipPack the clips into one ZIP file.
Audio
Voice notes, recordings and music files.
Shift Convert
- MP3, M4A, WAVChange the format so a player or website accepts it.
Ctrl Tools
- TrimKeep only the part you need.
- ZipPack the files into one ZIP file.
Files and folders
Archives, folders and any other file.
Ctrl Tools
- ExtractUnpack ZIP, TAR, TAR.GZ and GZ archives safely, next to the archive.
- ZipPack any folder or selection into one ZIP file.
Any file or folder
The Actions wheel works on anything you drag.
Alt Actions
- Copy, Copy pathPut the files or their path on the clipboard.
- Move to, Copy toSend the files to another folder.
- Open terminal hereStart a terminal in that folder.
- Show in ExplorerOpen the folder with the files selected.
Fit any upload limit
Many forms, chats and email services cap the size of a video. Drag the clip, press Ctrl and rest on Fit size.
- Under 10 MB
- Under 25 MB
- Under 50 MB
- Under 100 MB
- Any size you type
Shiftwheel saves a smaller MP4 next to the original. The same wheel can trim, split into 2, 3 or 4 parts, mute, join clips, save frames or drop to 720p.
Presets first, exact numbers when you need them
Rest on a segment with three dots and a second ring of settings opens. Choose Custom for a small window with a preview and exact numbers.
Your files stay on your PC
Every conversion and tool runs on your own machine. Windows' own engines handle HEIC, AVIF, PDF pages, video and audio, Shiftwheel bundles no codecs.
- Uploads
- None. Nothing about your files leaves the PC.
- Originals
- Never changed. Each result is a new file next to them.
- Text in images
- Read on the PC, then saved as a .txt and copied.
- Codecs
- None bundled. Windows does the decoding.
You can see long jobs
Shrinking a long video or splitting a big PDF takes a while. A small card above the tray shows a bar, the percentage and the time left.
Keep working while it runs. The new file appears next to the original when it is done.
Pay once
Try every feature free for 14 days. If it is useful, buy a licence for US$19. There is no subscription.
Trial
Free for 14 days
- Every wheel and tool
- Every file type
Licence
US$19 one time
- Up to 3 of your PCs
- Updates for 1.x included
Buy ShiftwheelTest mode
Checkout is in test mode right now. No real payment is taken and the key is for testing.
After you buy
- Your licence key arrives by email from Dodo Payments.
- Right-click the Shiftwheel tray icon and choose Enter licence key.
- Paste the key. Repeat on up to 3 of your PCs.
Dodo Payments is the merchant of record and handles checkout and tax.
Questions
Which versions of Windows does it run on?
Windows 10 (version 1809 or later) and Windows 11, 64-bit. Windows 11 on ARM runs it under emulation, which is not tested yet. Windows 10 on ARM and S mode are not supported.
Why does Windows show a SmartScreen warning?
The beta is not code-signed yet. Choose More info, then Run anyway. You can check the download against the published SHA-256 checksum first. On PCs with Smart App Control turned on, Windows blocks unsigned apps, so Shiftwheel can't run there yet.
What happens to my original file?
Nothing. Shiftwheel always writes a new file next to it and never changes the original.
Is anything uploaded?
No. Every conversion and tool, including reading text from images, runs on your PC.
Which file types does it handle?
Images (JPG, PNG, WebP, BMP, TIFF, GIF, ICO, plus HEIC and AVIF in), PDF, video, audio, ZIP, TAR, TAR.GZ and GZ archives, and folders. The features page lists every option.
Can it make a video small enough to upload?
Yes. Drag the video, press Ctrl and choose Fit size. Pick under 10, 25, 50 or 100 MB, or type any size.
Why won't my HEIC photos or iPhone videos open?
Shiftwheel uses Windows' own engines and bundles no codecs. Install Microsoft's free HEIF Image Extensions for photos and HEVC Video Extensions for iPhone video from the Microsoft Store. Windows N editions also need the Media Feature Pack for video and audio.
How do I enter my licence key?
The key arrives by email from Dodo Payments. Right-click the Shiftwheel tray icon, choose Enter licence key and paste it.
How many PCs can I use it on?
Up to 3 of your own PCs. To move to a new PC, right-click the tray icon on the old one, choose Remove licence from this PC, then enter the key on the new one.
Are updates included?
Yes, all 1.x updates are included with the licence.
Can I get a refund?
Contact us about a refund through the contact page. See the refund policy.
Hear about new versions
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