How to Use Windows Task View for Multitasking

Multitasking is an essential aspect of productivity for any computer user. Windows Task View is a built-in feature in Windows 10 that helps you manage and navigate between different applications and virtual desktops. In this tutorial, we will explore how to use Windows Task View effectively for multitasking.

Enabling Windows Task View

1. To start using Windows Task View, make sure you are running Windows 10.
2. Right-click on the taskbar (the bar at the bottom of your screen) and select "Show Task View Button" from the context menu. This will enable the Task View button on the taskbar.

Using Windows Task View

Basic Functions

1. Click on the Task View button on the taskbar to open Task View.
2. The Task View interface will display all open windows and virtual desktops.
3. To switch between open windows, click on the desired window in the Task View interface.
4. To close a window, click on the X button at the top right corner of the window preview in Task View.

Creating Virtual Desktops

1. In Task View, click on the New Desktop button located at the bottom right corner of the screen.
2. Alternatively, press the Windows key + Ctrl + D on your keyboard to create a new virtual desktop.
3. You can switch between different virtual desktops by clicking on the desktop thumbnail in the Task View interface.

Moving Windows Between Virtual Desktops

1. Open Task View and drag the desired window to the virtual desktop where you want to move it.
2. Alternatively, right-click on the window and select Move to > followed by the target virtual desktop.

Closing Virtual Desktops

1. Open Task View and click on the X button at the top right corner of the virtual desktop thumbnail to close it.
2. Alternatively, press the Windows key + Ctrl + F4 on your keyboard to close the current virtual desktop.

Using Multitasking with Snap Assist

1. Open Task View and select the window you want to snap to one side of the screen.
2. Drag the window towards the left or right edge of the screen until it is highlighted.
3. Release the window to snap it into place.
4. In Task View, click on the desired window to switch to it and make it active.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for the second window you want to snap.
6. Adjust the size of each snapped window by dragging the separator line between them.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Here are some useful keyboard shortcuts to navigate Windows Task View:

• Windows key + Tab: Open Task View
• Alt + Tab: Switch between open windows
• Windows key + Ctrl + Left/Right arrow: Switch between virtual desktops
• Windows key + Ctrl + F4: Close the current virtual desktop
• Windows key + Ctrl + D: Create a new virtual desktop
• Windows key + Ctrl + Q: View open applications in full screen, with thumbnails

Conclusion

Windows Task View offers a powerful set of features to enhance your multitasking experience in Windows 10. By following this guide, you should now be able to use Task View efficiently to switch between windows, create virtual desktops, and perform various multitasking actions. Experiment with the different features and keyboard shortcuts to find a workflow that suits your needs and boosts your productivity.