How to Customize the Alt + Tab Switcher in Windows 10
The Alt + Tab switcher is a handy feature in Windows 10 that allows users to quickly switch between open windows or applications by pressing the Alt and Tab keys simultaneously. However, did you know that you can customize this feature to suit your needs? Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Open the Settings app
The first step is to open the Settings app in Windows 10. You can do this by clicking the Start button and selecting the gear icon, or by pressing the Windows key and the I key simultaneously.
Step 2: Navigate to the “System” settings
In the Settings app, click on the “System” icon.
Step 3: Click on “Multitasking”
In the “System” settings, click on “Multitasking” in the left-hand menu.
Step 4: Customize the Alt + Tab switcher
Now you can customize the Alt + Tab switcher to your liking. Here are the options available to you:
Option 1: Change the order of open windows
By default, the Alt + Tab switcher displays your open windows in the order they were last used. However, you can change this to show them in order of most recently used by toggling the “Sort by” option to “Recently used”.
Option 2: Show only your most recently used desktops or apps
If you have multiple desktops set up or need to quickly switch between apps, you can customize the Alt + Tab switcher to show only your most recently used desktops or apps. Toggle the “Pressing Alt + Tab shows the most recently used” option to your desired preference.
Option 3: Use the Arrow keys to navigate
If you prefer using the Arrow keys to navigate the Alt + Tab switcher instead of using the mouse, turn on the “Use the arrow keys to navigate” option.
Option 4: Use Alt + Tab to show recommended settings
If you’re new to Windows 10, you may not be familiar with how the Alt + Tab switcher works. To make it easier to use, turn on the “Pressing Alt + Tab shows the recommended app/window” option. This will show you the recommended app or window based on your usage patterns.
Option 5: Turn off the Alt + Tab switcher
Lastly, if you don’t find the Alt + Tab switcher useful, you can turn it off entirely by toggling the “Pressing Alt + Tab shows” option to “Off”.
Conclusion
Customizing the Alt + Tab switcher in Windows 10 is an easy way to make it more personalized and efficient for your needs. Whether you want to change the order of open windows or turn the feature off altogether, these simple steps can help you achieve the best experience possible.