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How to Switch Between VSCode Windows Like a Pro
Jamie Chen
UX designer and productivity enthusiast.
7 min read
Many developers use separate VSCode windows for different services or repositories.
But ⌘ + Tab just switches apps—not windows.
Assignee Fixes This
- Ctrl + Tab, 1 ->
frontend
window - Ctrl + Tab, 2 ->
backend
window - Ctrl + Tab, 3 ->
auth service
window
It’s fast, clear, and multi-window aware.
Bonus: Use Title Naming
Name each window in VSCode so Assignee displays them clearly in its switcher.
Final Thought
Git branches are complicated. Switching windows shouldn’t be.