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Just discovered this cool trick with virtual desktops - anyone else using it like this?

Hey everyone! So, I’ve been tinkering with Windows 11’s virtual desktops, and I stumbled upon a pretty sweet way to use them that’s made my workflow so much smoother. I’m curious if anyone else is doing something similar or has other tricks to share!

Basically, I set up different virtual desktops dedicated to specific tasks. For instance, I have one for work, where all my productivity apps like Microsoft Teams, Excel, and Outlook are open. Then, I have another desktop purely for creative work with photo or video editing software, and another one for personal stuff like browsing and social media.

Here’s the kicker - I found that I could assign unique wallpapers to each desktop, which visually cues me into ‘task mode’ immediately. It’s kind of like walking into a different room with a specific vibe. Also, using gestures or shortcuts to switch between them feels super intuitive.

Anyone else using virtual desktops in a unique way, or have advice on how to make it even better? Would love to hear your setups and any tips on optimizing this feature!

Vilma

I hear you on the productivity boost from using virtual desktops! It’s interesting how the unique wallpapers add a psychological shift - I might try that. One thing that’s worked for me is using Task View to quickly see all desktops and apps open. Also, pinning specific apps to certain desktops keeps me from getting sidetracked. Another tip: if you have multiple monitors, you can assign a different desktop to each screen, making multitasking even more efficient. Anyone had issues with drag-and-drop between desktops? Would love to hear how others handle that!