A customizable alternative Action Center for Windows.
timActionCenter started from a simple problem I had while using Windows.
I sometimes need to turn my proxy settings on and off. To make this easier, I created a small utility called ProxyEnabler, which stayed on top of the screen and allowed me to toggle the proxy with a single click.
That gave me the idea that there are probably many other Windows settings that people would like to access just as quickly, similar to turning Wi-Fi or Bluetooth on and off from the Windows Action Center.
So I decided to build timActionCenter: a customizable Action Center where useful Windows settings and actions can be accessed from one place.
The application runs from the system tray, similar to tools such as EarTrumpet.
timActionCenter was originally built using Windows Forms, but the project was later migrated to WPF to provide more control over the interface and make the UI easier to customize.
The interface also automatically detects and uses your Windows system accent color.
Currently, timActionCenter can:
- Enable or disable Windows proxy settings
- Switch between Windows Dark and Light themes
- Detect and use the current system accent color
- Run directly from the Windows system tray
Tested on:
- Windows 10
- Windows 11
Download the latest version from the Releases page.
- Add more Windows settings and quick actions
- Automatically update the interface when a setting is changed outside timActionCenter
- Add Acrylic or Mica effects to the interface
- Continue improving UI customization
timActionCenter is still a work in progress.
The project started as a small utility for my own use, and I am continuing to expand it with features that can make commonly used Windows settings faster and easier to access.