Rust Switcher is a native Windows 11 utility that converts selected text and recently typed words between Russian and English keyboard layouts. It provides configurable hotkeys, optional automatic conversion, a tray icon, settings, and autostart.
Technical details
Publisher
QQRM
Version
1.0.20
Release date
2026-10-19
License
MIT
Installer type
portable
Architecture
x64
Package ID
QQRM.RustSwitcher
Requirements
Windows 11 or later
Dependencies
Microsoft.VCRedist.2015+.x64
Install Rust Switcher from the command line
Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=QQRM.RustSwitcher -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=QQRM.RustSwitcher -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=QQRM.RustSwitcher -e
Rust Switcher adds this command to the command line: rust-switcher.
Yes. Rust Switcher is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.
What is the latest version of Rust Switcher?
The latest version is 1.0.20, released on Oct 19, 2026.
Is it safe to download Rust Switcher?
The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 5b453823c0347a54f1d77c3cbd8ff53d27790f7618d31859be755b74b87a3608.
Which Windows versions does Rust Switcher support?
Rust Switcher requires Windows 11 or later and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I uninstall Rust Switcher?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Rust Switcher and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=QQRM.RustSwitcher -e.
Is there a portable version of Rust Switcher?
Yes. Rust Switcher is available as a portable program (rust-switcher.exe, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
Alternatives to Rust Switcher
Other Keyboards programs for Windows from different developers.
A tray toolkit for your keyboard and desktop: the live layout at the caret, one-key fixes for wrong-layout text, screen capture and optional text tools.