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How to Switch Between Apps Faster Using Just the Keyboard
Jamie Chen
UX designer and productivity enthusiast.
6 min read
Using only your keyboard to switch apps sounds ideal—but most people are still stuck with ⌘ + Tab.
Assignee offers a faster, cleaner alternative.
Step-by-Step Setup
- Set your Assignee shortcut (e.g. Ctrl + Tab)
- Assign keys: D = VSCode, S = Slack, T = Terminal
- Press Ctrl + Tab → key. Instant switch.
Why It’s Faster
- No Enter required
- No cycling past icons
- No visual scanning
Final Thought
If your fingers never leave home row, neither should your workflow. Assignee keeps it all tight.