2 Ways to Switch to Desktop in Windows 10

By Jennifer | Last Updated January 03, 2024

How can you directly switch to desktop after opening many apps, folders, documents and more on your Windows 10 PC? The two methods illustrated below are for your choice.

1. Way 1: Switch to desktop using keyboard shortcut.
2. Way 2: Switch to desktop via the context menu of taskbar.

Video guide on how to switch to desktop in Windows 10:

Way 1: Switch to desktop using keyboard shortcut.

Press Windows+D to show desktop instantly.

Way 2: Switch to desktop via the context menu of taskbar.

Right-click blank area on the taskbar and choose Show the desktop in the menu.

Tip: You can also tap the Show desktop button on the right corner of taskbar.

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