Switch virtual desktops or Spaces
Slides between your virtual desktops (Windows) or Spaces (Mac).
WindowsWin+Ctrl+← / →
Mac⌃+← / →
How to use it
- Create at least two desktops.
- Press the shortcut with ← or →.
- Each desktop keeps its own set of windows.
Pro tip
A full-screen app on a Mac gets its own Space, so ⌃ + ← / → also flips in and out of full-screen apps.
Next up in Windows, Apps & Desktops
- Switch between appsAlt+Tab
- See every open window (Task View / Mission Control)Win+Tab
- Show the desktopWin+D
- Snap a window left or rightWin+← / →
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