Groupy 2 is one of the quiet heroes of making Windows 10 and 11 take a big step forward in functionality. Adding tabs to every app may not sound like an important feature but once you experience the ability to group, launch, and tab your daily workflow, Groupy 2 will become your favorite app.

One of the core competencies of any Stardock app is the ability to customize the design and Groupy 2 is no different. The tab appearance options inside of Groupy 2 let you personalize the experience while maintaining a high level of functionality.

With Groupy 2 configuration panel open, the Tab appearance panel provides dozens of options to configure the tab style to match the theme of your desktop. As an example, you can have traditional tabs that are attached to the app like a file folder you might find at the library or accounting office, or you can enable a floating experience that feels modern and fits natively into the Windows 11 design style.

But my personal preference is to enable a background of the tab bar, keep the tabs always visible, and have them floating, as shown below. We put a lot of effort into creating a mica-like texture for the tab bar and with a vibrant desktop wallpaper – it really shines.

These are just a few of the options available with Groupy 2. Other options include being able to color the tabs as well, which is handy for making it easy to identify chat apps from gaming apps or productivity tools like Visual Studio, at a quick glance.

Adding a little bit of color, like the example above, makes it easy to visually identify a tab based on its purpose - such as separating out test and production environments. And as you would expect, Groupy 2 will remember the color you have applied to the app each time it is opened.

All,

Groupy 2.15 has been released.  For details, please see:

https://forums.stardock.com/526835/groupy-215-release-feedback-thread


As always, thank you for your time, feedback and support.

Sean Drohan
Stardock Product Lifecycle Manager

09/26/2023
Product UI ‘About’ version 2.12. GroupyConfig.exe version 2.1.2.1

• Released on Stardock and Steam

09/21/2023

• Fixed an issue where the Groupy config was opening twice on the initial install
  
• Fixed settings and saved groups not being removed if checked for an uninstall

09/20/2023

• Fixed settings and saved groups not being removed if checked for an uninstall

09/20/2023

• Updated version to 2.1.2.1. UI 2.12
  
• Continued improvements made for restoring saved group apps correctly
  
• Some language strings updated.

09/18/2023

• Updated version to 2.1.2.0. UI 2.12
  
• More work was done on tab order when opening a save group
  
• A fix for mouseover on tabs on top mode without the background bar not painting differently
  
• A tweak to how mouseover shows for tabs giving them a slight background color as well as an edge
  
• A fix for the Groupy drop-down menu on monitors with different scale factors to the primary screen being too large (if the primary display is a higher scale factor)
  
• A tweak for how it handles window peek as it may have been causing the wrong tab to get stuck selected or the entire tab bar to go missing in edge cases
  
• Address an issue with FancyZones
  
• Address an issue on Windows 10 with WindowBlinds skins
  
• Fix for closing auto-grouping windows in a tab group causing them to regroup if they prompt
  
• A small change to how appID is saved for saved groups
  
• The on/off slider is no longer showing off when Groupy is on and on when groupy is off. Now it says Groupy disabled and Groupy Enabled.
  
• Fix to custom rules based on exact text matching where it would incorrectly group everything but the window text requested
  
• Small change to protect rule checking from happening in more than one thread at once for one type of rule that wasn't protected the same as the others.
  
• Added the prompt about tabs in office apps on the very first run (brand new installs only)
  
• Modified rules system to handle the case of window handle reuse better just in case that was causing the issues with odd grouping
  
• Modified the auto group logic to ensure the windows are owned by the same process.
  
• Changed config to only force English in the USA when lang is set to en-us as it was not handling the case of other languages when located in the US correctly automatically (forced was fine)
  
• Fix for the ‘Explorer enhancement’ option not reading that it was not toggled on when it really was.

09/06/2023

• Beta updated. UI Version 2.11. GroupyConfig.exe 2.1.1.5
  
• Fix for other conditions where saved groups could have their tabs out of order from how they were saved

08/21/2023

• Beta updated. UI Version 2.11. GroupyConfig.exe 2.1.1.4
  
• Fixes issue with vertical alignment of tabs for WB when used with explorer-integrated tabs
  
• Resolves issue with dragging windows between monitors where the window was not a member of a group but shows groupy bar for ungrouped windows was enabled
  
• Resolved an issue with swapping tabs with WindowBlinds, causing things to resize briefly

08/17/2023

• Beta updated. UI Version 2.11. GroupyConfig.exe 2.1.1.3
  
• Improved performance when moving a window when using integrated tabs
  
• Resolved issue with groupy tabs not vanishing correctly when using window snap when non-integrated tabs
  
• Resolved issue with windows resizing too large when moving windows between displays of different dpis where the window is not high dpi aware
  
• Added some delays when launching saved groups sometimes
  
• Resolved a possible crash issue when grouping new windows
  
• *Tweak for maximized windows opening when in a group.
  
• *Adds support for DelayAfterLaunch = amount in ms (1000 = 1 second) in groupy files if a user wants to increase the delay after launching a given app before launching the next one (if any)
  
• Usage: https://forums.stardock.com/521947/get;3900444
  
• Fixes a problem with WB and Groupy
  
• Fix for a problem switching tabs when windows are maximized which showed up in the last week
  
• *Part of a previously released beta but was not noted in its changelog

08/15/20223

• Beta updated. UI Version 2.11. GroupyConfig.exe 2.1.1.2
  
• Adjusted things so Chrome/Edge windows will not match existing windows when opening a new saved groupy file.
  
• Resolved issue with saved group position not being used on opening saved groups always
  
• Tweaked how saved group order is reapplied on load
  
• Potentially resolved an issue with the groupy insert blue fade window remaining after joining a window to a group on occasion
  
• Resolved possible issue with a new window opening a group being left visible when it is not the active window in a group

08/10/2023

• Beta updated. UI Version 2.11. GroupyConfig.exe 2.1.1.1
  
• Fixes issue with non-grouped windows shrinking when maximized when the temporary groupy bar goes away
  
• Fixes issue with dragging a window out of a custom rules grouping can cause it to instantly regroup
  
• Improves issue with slow resizing on apps that have extremely slow repaint logic
  
• Updated DE from user feedback. Credit Big--Mike)

08/07/2023

• Groupy 2.11 Beta released on Stardock.com and Steam
  
• ZH-TW lang file updated (Credit rockemail)
  
• Closing a single maximized window from Groupy no longer causes flicker
  
• Resolved issue with non-native dpi scaling apps being offset correctly when maximized on higher dpi setups
  
• Resolved issue with group creation being delayed when on a maximized window that always shows tabs
  
• Resolved issue with window positioning, when opened, maximized on some applications
  
• Resolved issue with extra line painting with integrated tabs on Windows 10 in Explorer windows and in some windows on Win11 when in dark mode
  
• Resolved issue with Ctrl + T not opening new windows in Explorer on Win10 (but did on Win11)
  
• Fixed a WB11 + Groupy tab issue with rounded corners being enabled on Win11 when they should not and leaving more space than really needed for window borders
  
• Adjusted app launch for saved groups to help resolve an issue with the wrong tab name being used on renamed tabs
  
• Stopped WB from adding themed borders to the tooltips
  
• Adjusted tooltip display to auto-dismiss if a group goes away whilst visible

Groupy 2 is here to revolutionize your Windows 10 and Windows 11 experience. This powerful program lets you easily organize information by dragging and dropping multiple applications and documents together, creating a familiar tabbed interface for quick access.

With Groupy 2, managing windows is a breeze. Simply drag one window onto another to combine them into a single window with tabs displayed in the title bar. When you want to ungroup apps, just drag the tab away from the group. It's that simple!

https://steamproxy.net/steamstore/app/2296360/Groupy_2/

The latest update introduces exciting new features like Groupings, allowing you to save a group of applications together, pin them to the taskbar, and launch them all at once with a single click – perfectly tabbed and ready to go! Plus, the new Accents feature enables you to add a touch of color to tabs, making it easier to associate tasks with specific colors.

Personalization takes center stage with multiple tab designs, so you can stylize your experience according to your preferences. Groupy 2's sleek and modern design matches the Windows 11 interface flawlessly, providing an enhanced, seamless integration with File Explorer.

Experience the power of Groupy 2 today and enjoy a new level of productivity and organization on your Windows device. Upgrade your tabbing experience now!

Groupy 2, a program that brings a universal tab experience to Windows. Groupy is a powerful tool that keeps information tabbed and organized by allowing users to drag and drop multiple applications and documents together, grouping them in a familiar tabbed interface for easy access.

Groupy 2 is designed for Windows 10 and Windows 11. Once installed, creating groups with the app is simple: drag a window to another window, which combines into a single window, with tabs showing in the title bar. To ungroup apps, drag the tab off the group.

https://steamproxy.net/steamstore/app/2296360/Groupy_2/

The new Groupings feature for Groupy 2 allows the user to save a group of applications together, pin them to the taskbar, and then launch them all at once – tabbed together and ready to go – with just a single click. The new Accents feature simplifies the process of adding a touch of color to a tab, making it easy to associate a specific task or assignment with a particular color.

Multiple tab designs take personalization another step further, allowing users to stylize their experience in a way that best suits their preferences. Groupy 2's updated design matches the Windows 11 interface, providing a sleek and modern look, and its enhanced functionality supports seamless integration with File Explorer.

"Groupy 2 brings a modern, universal tab experience to Windows 10 and 11” said Brad Sams, Vice President of Stardock Software "Groupy 2 is the easiest way to organize the windows on your desktop. With the new Groupings feature that lets you launch multiple applications with a single click, your workflow will never be the same."