When Microsoft introduced Virtual Desktops in Windows 10 (and refined it in Windows 11), it brought a feature Mac and Linux users had enjoyed for years. However, the real magic isn't just having multiple desktops—it is the keyboard shortcuts that make them viable. Here is a breakdown of why these shortcuts are a game-changer.

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Win + Tab → Open Task View Win + Ctrl + D → New desktop Win + Ctrl + F4 → Close current desktop Win + Ctrl + ← / → → Switch desktops Win + Shift + ← / → → Move window to other desktop

Here are the essential shortcuts to navigate multiple desktops: