Paste clipboard data into files and copy file contents directly via hotkey or context menu
Publisher’s description
What is Paste Into File?
Paste Into File by PasteIntoFile is open-source Windows software in the system utilities category. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 32-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. 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.
Updates and version history
The current version is 5.6.1, released on May 25, 2026. The version history goes back to March 18, 2025: 8 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 6.4 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 4,319 times. The source code on GitHub (eltos/PasteIntoFile) has 226 stars. Similar programs include AutoHotkey, Bazel and Ditto.
Project description on GitHub: “Paste clipboard data into files and copy file contents directly via hotkey or context menu”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 6.4 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
In short: Paste Into File is an open-source system utilitie tool for 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Paste Into File safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
EC03659D9D52851D0ADE06EB32A02FA25ADAB88AFB6E0060DFC23A60A402927E· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- 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 8 versions ›8 versions over 1 year · about 6.4 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6.1Latest | May 25, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.6 | March 6, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.5 | October 1, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.4.4 | June 24, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.4.3 | April 16, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.4.2 | April 13, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.4.1 | February 21, 2025 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 5.4.0 | March 18, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id PasteIntoFile.PasteIntoFile -echoco install pasteintofile -ymsiexec /i PasteIntoFile_v5.6.1_installer_signed.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {CA74FFE0-A1A2-42B6-8DD3-358725B79F9A} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- PasteIntoFile
- Category
- System utilities
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/eltos/PasteIntoFile
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 5.6.1
- Released
- May 25, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 18, 2025
- Versions listed
- 8
- Updates / year
- 6.4
- Chocolatey downloads
- 4,319
- GitHub stars
- 226
- GitHub forks
- 12
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- PasteIntoFile.PasteIntoFile
- Chocolatey package
- pasteintofile
- MSI product code
- {CA74FFE0-A1A2-42B6-8DD3-358725B79F9A}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Paste Into File free?
Yes. Paste Into File is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Paste Into File safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, 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 Paste Into File 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 Paste Into File be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Paste Into File run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Paste Into File?
The versions page lists all 8 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 18, 2025.
Can I use Paste Into File without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Paste Into File?
AutoHotkey, Bazel, Ditto, osquery and LocalSend. The alternatives page compares them.
