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Why Shortcut-First Switching Beats Search-First Tools
Alex Morgan
Productivity expert and software developer.
7 min read
Most app launchers rely on search-first workflows: you type a name, select, and hit Enter.
Shortcut-first switching tools like Assignee skip all that.
Search-First Tools
- Require typing each time
- Need Enter to confirm
- Slower when switching often
Shortcut-First Tools
- Assign one key per app/window
- Instant, predictable results
- No typing needed
Final Thought
If you switch apps all day, search becomes friction. Shortcuts become freedom.
