The CTools library is a series of programs designed to edit Nintendo's game files, but specifically Mario Kart Wii.
Publisher’s description
What is CTools?
CTools by Chadsoft is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 2.2 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Small download (2.2 MB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: CTools is an open-source Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is CTools safe to download?
- The file is served by chadsoft.co.uk, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
B23FBD45258F1CF7CD6A0A0CE5D44D9FA895DE0D22DD8E1FC49D65BCF1402585· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.8Latest | August 14, 2021 | 2.2 MB | 32-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Chadsoft.CTools -emsiexec /i ctoolssetup.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {5FD6386C-99A9-4EBC-A247-5EB6C8A9B147} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Chadsoft
- Licence
- GPL-3.0-only
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10+)
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 1.0.8
- Released
- August 14, 2021
- Added to the catalogue
- August 14, 2021
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- chadsoft.co.uk
- winget ID
- Chadsoft.CTools
- MSI product code
- {5FD6386C-99A9-4EBC-A247-5EB6C8A9B147}
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Frequently asked questions
Is CTools free?
Yes. CTools is open-source software under the GPL-3.0-only licence.
Is CTools safe to download?
The download comes from chadsoft.co.uk, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install CTools with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can CTools be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Which Windows versions does CTools support?
The installer requires Windows 10 or newer and is available for 32-bit.
Does CTools run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.