If you’re a Windows 10 user, you’re probably familiar with the Alt+Tab switcher. This handy keyboard shortcut allows you to quickly switch between open windows and applications. But did you know that there are some tricks you can use to make the Alt+Tab switcher even more efficient and productive? In this article, we’ll explore some of these tricks and help you master the Alt+Tab switcher.
Customize the Alt+Tab Switcher
By default, the Alt+Tab switcher shows a preview of each open window or application. However, you can customize this to only show the icons of each window. This can make the switcher less cluttered and easier to navigate. To do this, go to Settings > System > Multitasking and toggle off the “Pressing Alt+Tab shows windows that are open” option.
Use the Arrow Keys
Instead of using your mouse to navigate through the Alt+Tab switcher, you can use your arrow keys. This can be especially useful if you have a lot of open windows and want to quickly switch between them without having to click through each one. Simply press the Alt+Tab keys to open the switcher, and then use the arrow keys to navigate through the open windows. Press Enter to select the window you want to switch to.
Cycle Through Open Windows
Did you know that you can cycle through open windows in a specific order using the Alt+Tab switcher? This can be useful if you have a specific order in which you want to switch between windows. To do this, press and hold the Alt key, and then press the Tab key repeatedly to cycle through the open windows in the order they were last used. Release the Alt key to switch to the selected window.
Use Alt+Tab with Multiple Desktops
If you use multiple desktops on your Windows 10 computer, you can use the Alt+Tab switcher to switch between them as well. Simply press the Alt+Tab keys to open the switcher, and then use the arrow keys to navigate to the desktop you want to switch to. Press Enter to select the desktop and switch to it.
Use Alt+Tab with Virtual Desktops
In addition to multiple desktops, Windows 10 also allows you to create virtual desktops. These are separate desktops that you can use to organize your open windows and applications. You can use the Alt+Tab switcher to switch between these virtual desktops as well. Simply press the Alt+Tab keys to open the switcher, and then use the arrow keys to navigate to the virtual desktop you want to switch to. Press Enter to select the desktop and switch to it.
By using these tricks, you can become a master of the Alt+Tab switcher and increase your productivity while using Windows 10. Do you have any other keyboard shortcuts or productivity hacks that you use? Let us know in the comments.
