Window Minimizer (Logitech G-HUB Workaround)

A lightweight, background Windows system tray application that minimizes the currently active window when a specific key (configurable from F13 to F24) is pressed.

This project was built as a workaround for Logitech G-HUB, which removed the native "Minimize Window" command that existed in Logitech Options+. By binding a physical mouse button to an unmapped function key (like F24) in G-HUB, this application catches the keystroke at the OS level and minimizes the active window instantly.

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Features

• Configurable Keybinds: Choose any key from F13 to F24 via the built-in settings panel to match your macro configurations.
• Native Startup Integration: Toggle a simple checkbox to automatically launch the application when Windows boots, without needing administrator privileges or manually managing shortcuts.
• Minimal Footprint: Runs quietly in the system tray next to your clock with zero background performance impact.
• Low-Level Global Hook: Intercepts the designated keystroke globally, regardless of which application or game is currently focused.
• Single Executable: Compiles to a completely standalone .exe file with no external dependencies.

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Download

Download the built exe from the releases page.

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Screenshots

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How to Build

A PowerShell build script is included. It automatically generates the application icon and compiles the project using the .NET 8 SDK.

You can download the .NET 8 SDK from the official Microsoft .NET Download Page.

1. Open PowerShell and navigate to the project folder.
2. Run the build script:

   .\build.ps1

3. The compiled executable will be located in the following directory:

   bin\Release\net8.0-windows\win-x64\publish\
   

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How to Use

1. Run WindowMinimizerTray.exe. A blue icon will appear in your Windows system tray.
2. Double-click the system tray icon (or right-click and select Settings) to open the configuration panel.
3. Select your preferred trigger key (default is F24) and check Start with Windows if you want the app to run automatically on boot. Click Save & Close.
4. Open Logitech G-HUB (or your preferred mouse utility software) and assign that exact same function key to your desired mouse button.