WindowTop for Windows

Quick summary

WindowTop is a lightweight desktop utility created by Gil Eliyahu for Windows PCs. It allows you to pin individual application windows above others and tweak how those windows look and behave. The program is straightforward and performs its core tasks reliably.

Editions and delivery options

• Portable package (no installer required) for use from USB drives or temporary setups
• Standard installer for a regular desktop installation
• Paid Pro upgrade that unlocks extra appearance and behavior controls, with a 30-day unrestricted trial

Starting the program and basic actions

After installing, the app puts an icon in the system tray. Right-clicking that icon exposes quick actions and configuration choices, such as:

• Toggle whether a window is excluded or included for WindowTop control
• Enable the option to launch WindowTop automatically at Windows startup
• Minimize every window or restore them as needed
• Turn off the floating toolbar or access the full settings panel

Main application areas

The configuration interface is arranged into four principal areas. Each area focuses on a different aspect of the app:

• Hotkeys — assign or change keyboard shortcuts to perform common actions instantly
• Exclusions — add or remove programs that should be ignored or allowed by WindowTop
• Settings — control the main feature set and visual options (see details below)
• Quick toolbar — show a compact overlay on windows for one-click access to functions

Within the Settings area you can toggle and fine-tune the main feature set:

• Opacity — set how transparent a pinned window appears
• Dark mode — apply a darker theme to supported windows
• Shrink — reduce the window’s size to a compact, focused view
• Set-as-top — pin a window so it remains above all others

Comparison and alternatives

If you need a different approach, tools such as Window TopMost Control offer similar functionality for keeping windows on top. Depending on your needs you may prefer one utility’s feature set, interface style, or licensing model over another.

Verdict

WindowTop is a simple, effective way to manage window stacking and appearance without a steep learning curve. The free build covers the essentials, while the Pro tier adds appearance tweaks (shrink, opacity, dark mode). Try the 30-day trial if you want to test those additional features before purchasing.