Can you have different shortcuts on different desktops Windows 10?
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Windows 10, now enjoying the October 2020 Update, continues to make it extremely easy to set up and use multiple virtual desktops in Windows 10. Multiple desktops are great for keeping unrelated, ongoing projects organized, or for quickly hiding from the boss that browser game you can't stop playing. And if you've not yet upgraded to Windows 10, be sure to have a look at our collection of the best Windows laptop options with the latest OS. Ready to tackle the day with multiple desktops? Let's go!
How to create a new virtual desktop in Windows 10Creating a new virtual desktop can be done with a couple of clicks or with a keyboard shortcut.
That's it. Easy, right? There's also a Ctrl + Windows key + D keyboard shortcut that will immediately create a new virtual desktop. How to switch between virtual desktops in Windows 10Now that you've created a new virtual desktop, you can quickly switch a few different ways.
You can switch back to your original desktop at any time by following the above steps but choosing Desktop 1. There's also a Ctrl + Windows key + Left and right arrow keyboard shortcut that you can use to switch between virtual desktops. Using a device with a touchpad? You can perform a four-finger swipe left or right to switch between virtual desktops. How to move windows between virtual desktops in Windows 10There are two ways you can move windows between virtual desktops. First, you can click and drag windows; second, you can right-click the window and use the menu. Click-and-drag method
Right-click menu method
You can move windows back and forth between desktops to your heart's content. How to duplicate windows across virtual desktopsCertain windows or collections of windows from one app can be duplicated across all virtual desktops.
How to remove a virtual desktop in Windows 10Want to get back to just one desktop? No problem.
Open and running windows in a desktop you close will be moved back to your original desktop. You can also use the Ctrl + Windows key + F4 keyboard shortcut to immediately close the virtual desktop you're currently viewing. More Windows 10 resourcesFor more helpful articles, coverage, and answers to common questions about Windows 10, visit the following resources:
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