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How to Switch Between Apps on macOS Without Losing Focus
Jamie Chen
UX designer and productivity enthusiast focused on optimizing digital workflows.
6 min read
Every time you ⌘ + Tab or use the Dock, you invite distraction.
Even tiny delays—scanning icons, reaching for Enter—disrupt your focus more than you realize.
The Fix: One Shortcut, One App
With Assignee:
- Ctrl + Tab, S → Slack
- Ctrl + Tab, D → Docs
- Ctrl + Tab, 2 → VSCode Project 2
You stay on the keyboard. Your brain stays on task.
Bonus Tip: Group by Mental Mode
Map shortcuts by zone:
- 1–3 = Dev tools
- 4–6 = Comms
- 7–9 = Research
Final Thought
Multitasking isn't the enemy—context loss is. Assignee helps you switch without switching off your brain.