Windows Keyboard Shortcut Switch Desktop -

| Action | Keyboard Shortcut | | :--- | :--- | | | Ctrl + Win + Left | | Switch Right | Ctrl + Win + Right | | Open Task View (See all desktops) | Win + Tab | | Create a new Desktop | Win + Ctrl + D | | Close current Desktop (moves windows to previous) | Win + Ctrl + F4 |

: Windows Key + Tab (This gives you a bird's-eye view of all desktops and open windows). Create a New Virtual Desktop : Windows Key + Ctrl + D windows keyboard shortcut switch desktop

The Switch Desktop shortcut allows you to wear different digital "hats" instantly. | Action | Keyboard Shortcut | | :---

: Stop digging through 20 open tabs. Group related apps together. Group related apps together

Once you memorize Ctrl + Win + Left/Right , you stop managing windows and start flowing between tasks.

Sometimes you open an app on Desktop 1 but realize it belongs on Desktop 2. Press Windows Key + Tab .

If you’ve upgraded to Windows 11, you have a few extra "quality of life" features for switching: