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Stop Cycling Apps: Direct Jump Shortcuts Explained

Alex Morgan

Alex Morgan

Productivity expert and software developer.

6 min read
Stop Cycling Apps: Direct Jump Shortcuts Explained

⌘ + Tab is linear. Your mind is not.

Assignee offers a better model: direct-jump shortcuts.

What That Means

  • Ctrl + Tab activates Assignee
  • Then press a key for the app or window you want
  • That’s it. No Enter. No guessing.

Why It Works

  • It’s predictable
  • You build muscle memory
  • You bypass decision fatigue

Final Thought

The fastest switch isn’t the shortest path—it’s the most predictable one. That’s the power of direct jump shortcuts.

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