While holding Ctrl + Win , each tap of Left/Right shows a live thumbnail preview of that desktop before committing.
Ctrl + Win + Left at desktop 1 → wraps to last desktop, but shows a subtle “Wrapped” popup + sound cue so you know it happened. how to switch desktops with keyboard
Ctrl + Win + Backspace → instantly returns to the previous desktop you were on (like a back button for workspaces). Great for quickly checking something and returning. While holding Ctrl + Win , each tap
This is the "safest" method, but physically the most clumsy. It is designed by engineers who view desktops as a utility, not a workflow. While holding Ctrl + Win