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How to Switch Between Apps on macOS Without Losing Focus

Jamie Chen

Jamie Chen

UX designer and productivity enthusiast focused on optimizing digital workflows.

6 min read
How to Switch Between Apps on macOS Without Losing Focus

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.

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