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What is the shortcut to change desktop?

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There isn't a single shortcut to directly change desktops. Instead, you usually use keyboard shortcuts to navigate between existing virtual desktops, which are separate workspaces on your computer.

Here are some common shortcuts for managing virtual desktops:

  • Windows:

    • Windows Key + Tab: This opens the Task View, which shows all your open windows and virtual desktops. You can click on a desktop to switch to it.
    • Windows Key + Ctrl + D: Creates a new virtual desktop.
    • Windows Key + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow: Switches to the previous or next virtual desktop.
    • Windows Key + Ctrl + F4: Closes the current virtual desktop.
  • macOS:

    • Control + Option + Left/Right Arrow: Switches to the previous or next virtual desktop.
    • Mission Control: (Accessed by swiping up with three fingers on the trackpad) shows all open windows and virtual desktops. You can click on a desktop to switch to it.
    • Create a new desktop: You can create a new desktop by dragging a window to the right edge of the screen.
  • Linux:

    • Super + Alt + Left/Right Arrow: Switches to the previous or next virtual desktop.
    • Super + Alt + D: Creates a new virtual desktop.
    • Super + Alt + T: Closes the current virtual desktop.

Remember that the exact shortcuts may vary slightly depending on your operating system and desktop environment. You can often find more detailed information and customization options within your operating system settings.

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