August 11, 2026

Put a meeting on its own desktop

Windows + Ctrl + D makes a new desktop. Windows + Ctrl + arrows moves between them.

• Productivity
• Easy · 1 min
• Windows 11
• Fix: use virtual desktops in Windows 11
• Cheat sheet

How to do it

1. 01

   Press Windows + Ctrl + D to create a desktop.

2. 02

   Open the apps that belong there.

3. 03

   Press Windows + Ctrl + Left arrow or Right arrow to switch.

4. 04

   Press Windows + Tab if you want to see the desktops and drag a window from one to another.

Desktops are cleared when you restart. They are a layout for the day, not a saved project.