Windows 11 received an update that allows you to set different wallpapers for each desktop. This makes it easy to create different work environments based on what you use. In addition, there are several other features that make using virtual desktops simple and effective. ..

To create a virtual desktop in Windows 11, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Start menu and click on the “Settings” icon.
  2. Click on the “PC Settings” option in the Settings window that opens.
  3. Under the “Personalization” heading, click on the “Desktop and Screen Saver” tab.
  4. In the “Desktop Background” section, select one of the available background images and click on the “Set As Default” button to set it as your virtual desktop’s background image.
  5. If you want to use a different image for each virtual desktop, select the desired image from the “Desktop Background Images” list and click on the “Set As Default” button to set it as your virtual desktop’s background image.
  6. If you want to use a different wallpaper for each virtual desktop, select one of the available wallpapers from the “Wallpaper Images” list and click on the “Set As Default” button to set it as your virtual desktop’s wallpaper image. ..

Steps to Create and Use Virtual Desktops in Windows 11

Create a New Virtual Desktop in Windows 11

Task View is a great way to see what tasks are currently active on your computer. You can right-click on the taskbar and select Task View Settings to change the option to ABOUT.

To move a virtual desktop to the front of the screen, drag it to the front of the row. ..

You will see a new workspace in the row of thumbnails.

If you click on the no.thumbnail of a newly created workspace, you will open the new virtual desktop and be able to work as you would on the main desktop. Any app you open will be displayed on the taskbar as on the original desktop.

Using Virtual Desktops in Windows 11

Virtual desktops can be created with different origins, which facilitates the exchange between them. ..

You can rename your desktop by clicking the “Name” button at the top of the screen. Renaming Desktops by Projects is a popular method.

You can have a window Open on multiple desktops. Right click on the application and select ‘Show this window on all desktops’ of the options.

ctrl-alt-delete: deletes the current virtual desktops and all their contents. ctrl-alt-left arrow: moves the cursor left one screenful. ctrl-alt-right arrow: moves the cursor right one screenful.

To open the task view, press Win + Tab. ..

To create a new workspace on your computer – press Ctrl + D and then type Win + D.

To switch between desktops, use the left/right arrow keys on your keyboard.

To move the cursor to the beginning or end of a line – Alt + Left/Right Arrow

To delete a workspace when Task View is open, press the Delete key on the selected workspace.

Final Words

Windows 11 “Desktops” feature allows you to organize your applications using virtual desktops. Keeping assignments distinct is another benefit of the role. You can designate one desktop for business and another for personal tasks, for example. Each desktop can be given a different name and each virtual space can have a different background image. ..