Work in multiple spaces on Mac — by Apple Support

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Describes how to create extra desktops called spaces to keep app windows organised. Covers switching between spaces, moving windows and assigning apps to a space.

Quick steps

Add a new space
Switch between spaces
Move windows to another space
Pin apps to a specific space

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.apple.com

Source: Work in multiple spaces on Mac by Apple Support. Licence: Link only (©).

Source reviewed: 2026-11-02
Link checked: 2026-11-02
Tested hands-on: Not by Oddbyte.Me

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