How To Use Multiple Desktops On Your Mac

[@moreorlesslikeso]

After so many years of me working on a Mac finally someone explains this feature in a way that it actually isn't confusing anymore but actually seeming rather worthwile!

[@RomanMedvid]

Exactly my thoughts....

[@zzbuckley]

Yep, never understood it before

[@longdongsilver4719]

I lived so many years without using Mission Control. You just changed my life! Thanks a lot!

[@regismatizira4978]

You are just a user then .

[@longdongsilver4719]

@@regismatizira4978 What do you mean by "just a user"?

[@CassKMac]

Joining the chorus to say what a helpful tutorial this is! Spent so many years thinking I’d never get the hang of multi-desktops but I’m gonna give it a try now.

[@TransactionVanS]

PRO TIP!!! Each new desktop can have it's own background desktop picture. 2 finger tap on each desktop and choose a new background photo. Now when you swipe between desktops it gives the impression of a completely new workspace. I assign apps to only "live" on certain desktops. There you go, no extra charge.

[@jayzonsy3660]

is it possible to have desktop files to live in one desktop and non existent on the other desktops?

[@raleedy]

Jayzon Sy users

[@ian-7284]

Thank you 😀🙏 that is awesome. I love using multiple desktops. I’ll have to try that one out!

[@itsalgud1459]

Can this be done on an iMac, no trackpad? Up to date on the OS.

[@ian-7284]

Itsalgud1 yes you can do it with command+up arrow or using the mission control function button on an Apple keyboard

[@itsalgud1459]

Thanks, Gary, for a complete, including settings, video on Spaces/Desktops PROFESSIONALLY done. Having done dozens of professional software training videos myself, I can appreciate a pro and focus on learning rather than cursing under my breath as someone stumbles around the subject, obviously unprepared. I have subscribed and you will be my first reference for any OS X issues going forward. THANK YOU!

[@patcritchley]

You are amazing! Thank you for explaining everything so clearly - not a wasted word. In an ideal world you would be sat alongside me as I work, but being only a few clicks away is the next best thing.. There are so many questions out there and you always have the answer. Thank you.

[@SasduPlessis]

Wow, Gary. Every time I read the heading of one of your new videos I go "Duh! I know how to use that function - Gimme something new!" And then when I watch said video, you simply blow me out of my chair with usability and functions that go into a whole new level. Thanks man, you never disappoint!

[@emoryschley5546]

FANTASTIC! JUST what I've been looking for. Even the guy at the Apple Store said this couldn't be done! THANK YOU, Gary!

[@quiltsick]

I am dizzy with all this great info! Looking forward to learning it all. I think I need another lifetime! :-)

[@scottall71]

I was dying to have this explained, as there is very little documentation on it. Thank you so much for making this video! It's important to understand how this screen flipping works (even if we HATE it!) Maybe if I stop fighting with this feature I won't hate it as much.

[@RickJones222]

You're amazing, Gary! A Mac expert, but you are also fantastic at creating video tutorials!

[@TJStories]

OH MY Garlic!! After having used mac computers for more than a decade, how did I not know about these shortcuts!! This is Gold!!!! thank you so much for your tutorial!!!! You saved me great deal of time and increased my productivity!! thank you thank you thank you!! one of the most useful videos I came across on KZbin! I'm subscribing to your channel immediately!

[@mandala1963]

Brilliant! Thank you so much for this explanation. Now I can sort all my various projects onto different desktops. No more constant minimizing 🙂

[@arike2010]

Thank you! I wish Apple would give us the option to rename a desktop to some other meaningful name, like: “mail”, and that it would stay there until further changes.

[@hell_inn0258]

yes that would make things so much easier! :(

[@uwinvidanage2252]

@@hell_inn0258 windows let's you rename, but there's np rearrangement, dragging windows between desktops or separate virtual desktops per display. idk what Microsoft is thinking

[@richardsmith9038]

I have spent so much time opening and closing apps - this is great!

[@AlexTechWiz]

Thank you, Gary. I am a Multiple Desktops addict now. To multitask, this the way to go. Love it!

[@anacarolinamedeiroslabeca2761]

Very nice man, loved that you went over the basics and more "hidden" features of multiple desktops. Great how-to video, thank you!

[@allenreding1533]

After 35 years in the Microsoft world, I have ventured into the Apple universe. This was a huge help to me.

[@gorillavision1976]

Same

[@imziminhas]

Searching for this topic brought your video as first option, didn't have to go to another one after this. Thanks Garry.

[@stanvangilder9006]

This is FANTASTIC! THANKS! I thought I was pretty good with multiple desktops but for most of this I HAD NO IDEA. Especially love turning off the annoying "features" that I don't like (like jumping to the desktop with open app) and turning on great new things like "Hot Corners". Thanks again - you rock!

[@bradleyanderson247]

Using multiple desktops can be hugely beneficial. I do statistical analysis and have a statistics program, editor, and document file open on 1 desktop, work email and finder window on another, browser, personal email and another finder on yet a 3rd. I used to use two monitors but actually find this more convenient. I am using a 27" iMac.

[@derekjohnston2780]

I’m a brand new Mac user,just got my first Mac about 4 days ago.Love the machine,but this video is amazing.Never knew about multiple desktops!Keep up the good work bud….

[@jayeolasw4]

The perfect howto on misson control! * No fancy jargon * Nice and simple * Show me how to use the mouse AND the shortcuts * winner

[@petersterrence]

Great presentation on the use of multiple desktop. Like the previous comments, after many years of working on a Mac, Macmost has provided a simple, intuitive and productive way to use multiple desktops and split-screen features. Thanks.

[@kathuggs475]

Using the green icon to exit the full screen when I was in split screen was aggravating me lol everytime I did it, the other one stayed in full screen. Thanks for this video, my headache is gone!

[@mezvandoeland4390]

LOVE this omg i wish i saw this months ago, i'm brand new to apple and have an iMac and this has helped so much! thank you.

[@mikejduk]

I'm loving these extra tips for using my iMac, Gary. Thank you. Another one, folks may not be aware of, if they have a Magic Mouse, to do a quick zoom in to whatever is on screen, just TAP TWICE on the top of your mouse! Tap twice to return.

[@bottlefish6386]

9:05 Omg! You just solved the problems which troubled me for a long time...

[@joey551]

Started watching these videos. They are really really useful. (and are quick too).

[@chelseacrocker6816]

Extremely helpful, I've had my macbook for 2 years & never knew how to properly use this feature! Thank you for explaining so well.

[@seanlow2033]

OMG! Have been frustrated using my Mac for the last two years without knowing about this! Thanks!

[@CharlieFranksLV]

Gary, this is one of the Best, most instructive and useful videos you have ever made! Thanks so much! You’re the best!

[@jimhinkey5636]

I love this. This is a super helpful presentation. So many things regarding multiple desktops finally make sense. Thanks you!

[@jfpdc888]

Sooo Good! You area an Excellent instructor for sure!!!! Thank YOU for creating this video, it was wayyyyy helpful in keeping me productive!!!!!! All The Best!

[@PeterGreenProductions]

Very powerful. Your setups can be very well fine tuned! Thanks as always Gary.

[@sussygirlboss]

Great video. I just got a mac and I had no idea I could do stuff like this. Thank you!

[@Alihabibii]

I'm new to Mac OS and have learnt a lot from this video, thanks!

[@debreale5236]

I learn so much from you! I’ve had a MacBook Pro for years without knowing so many of these tips. You’re the best. Thank you!

[@khill50able]

Another great find from you Gary. Thanks again my friend.👏

[@LudwigVera]

Awesome video, still getting used to my new Mac and this is life-saving!

[@ironqqq]

All those features are very powerful but yet can get confusing very quickly. Thank you for your explanations and then for explaining how to shut off the features that I don't need to use, which is essentially all of them. With all the different spaces/desktops on my MacBook Pro with 2 attached monitors, it's just way too confusing. Ok the bright side, my mac does work and it always works reliably which is something I can't say about my other windows machines.

[@SoapBoxMediaTV]

My search was meant to just turn the damn thing off. Now I get it. Thanks. You made me a subscriber.

[@Algorithmix80]

been using a mac for almost 2 years and I only now understood how to use this. lol . Thanks for the great explaination!!

[@omiiyer]

Like the simple explanation. I have experimented a little with multiple desktops before and gave up. I did not know their true place and how they could be used productively . Thank you

[@Vonbrow]

thanks, that was a great summary - I feel like my productivity has massively improved!!

[@TobiasELee]

You're a master teacher. Love you well written, and presented vids. Just great work. Thank you!

[@takefivevideos]

At last I've also found better ways to use my Mac. A professional easy to follow and use presentation. Big THANKS! I'm now subscribed and catching up on your other relevant videos. Keep up the good work.

[@tagpelicious]

My new work just provided me with a macbook pro and I'm here trying to learn how to work more efficiently with it as I am not an apple fan. Thank you!

[@arwenives]

Thank you for the info! Now if we could only assign folders to specific desktops -- that would change the game!

[@myriahfankhauser4612]

I really appreciate your videos and the practical way you approach your tutorials.

[@mudassiraziz804]

Thanks bro ... i was in search of such tutorials from years..

[@ralflang5524]

I used Spaces on my old MBP and missed it so much until i looked out and found this vid. Must watch it several times to extract all the information, great content! thx!

[@jackeybackman]

I am in love. You solved my probably in two minutes ! I don't know why I don't see whats right in front of me sometimes. Thank you

[@therkyn]

Thank you for this... I miss, however, the old tiled version of spaces (Snow Leopard I think) where I could also set up a grid and move around the grid. Now its just a line only.

[@charleskim1236]

This is so nice! I have one question. When I run python program, it always activate Google Chrome browser. So it always moves back to the mission control where the Chrome is activated. Can I fix my working mission control even if chrome browser is activated in other mission control?

[@senguptagupta7325]

Many new available options revealed with easy explanation. Thanks

[@patchso]

Have never used this, because I just haven't got around to learning it. Sooooooooo useful for me! Why, oh why, oh why didn't I learn to use this before ;-)

[@samthecre8r]

I love you so much right now. Ive been slaving away trying to find this!!! THANK YOU!

[@AW_Productions]

Dear Gary, I've been using the mac for 3 years and this is one of the coolest and best tip I got. you've made my life much easier and simpler. Thank you very much for this game changer.

[@theianiburu5873]

Hi Gary, another very useful video tutorial 👍 Question: I designated in Mission Control 4 desktops to 4 applications. However when I start up my computer again te day after only 1 designated desktop is active in Mission Control. The other 3 designated desktops are empty again?? How do I permanently save designated desktops in Mission Control? 🙏

[@bach5369]

oh my god thank you, this video save my life Ive been having trouble with opening finder while plugging in a projector, it always opens in my projection screen, which can be dangerous, Im gonna try tweaking mission control

[@LizDayShow]

Thank you for this informative video, Gary. You are truly a professional trainer!

[@saistudent]

Thank you soooo much. Very helpful 🙏

[@jjmellooldscool]

I have enjoyed your content for years! Thank you.

[@j.paulsokal9709]

Thanks so much for your detailed and accurate explanation. My spouse suddenly had two different desktops, both with no files or windows open displaying the same clutter of folders but with different desktop pictures. What!!! Great explanation. I've been using the 'full screen' and 3 fingers to swipe for years and never considered that the options were much deeper.

[@RV-kl2wl]

Thank you so much. I got recently embarrassed when I wasn't using the trackpad but mouse instead and didn't know what to do :P

[@portersblackboard]

Thanks so much for this info. This multiple desktop thing always causes frustration once I go into full screen mode. It is nice to understand how to use it and I am sure this will improve my productivity once I get used to it.

[@michaelschaefer8865]

Thank you! This was the one feature i was curious about, since i’ve never really used mac. really good job explaining the main points in depth! i have an iphone so i’ve been debating, now i’m 100 percent sure i want one!

[@OptionOracle]

I wish I had know this years ago.....THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.

[@moigmail.comnii3554]

Is there a way for me to rename the desktop (e.g instead of Desktop 1 I could rename it to “school”) ?

[@gilbrook]

@Gary, Wow so easy. 3 finger slide up on my TrackPad to launch Mission Control. Never knew this. Never used Mission Control. ThankU.

[@davidcking7]

Thank you! I'd never heard of multiple desktops and this can be quite a handy feature. I found that the keystrokes that you show in the video don't work on Mojave. I went to the Sys Prefs and found that F16 is the key to use!

[@themindsetrevolution]

Excellent video. Clear explanation. Been looking for this for a while. Thank you 😀

[@rgarlinyc]

Great tips, thanks a lot! (I admit I never used this before...🤦🏻‍♂️)

[@EmmanuelFonte]

I'm just going to start calling you Yoda. Thanks for being such a great educator!

[@ekjl]

So good. Thanks so much for such an informative video. What blew my mind was that I didn't know that full screen and split screen creates a new desktop! Every time I exit split screen I always wonder "what the hell happens to the other app!" I end up having to always click it in the dock and then it pops in full screen and I take that app out of full screen.

[@DennisMathias]

I just never took the time to learn this. And i remember early on getting confused finding apps on these mysterious netherlands.

[@vijayverma1984]

Garry ..you are awesome.. thanks for your videos..I appreciate your style of video.. neat & clean & meaningful..I am happy to be your subscriber..

[@2Evan]

Wow. A LOT of info. Started using the Hot Corner feature recently. Really enjoying it. Quick access.

[@ViewtifulValentine]

This was exactly what I was looking for after my mac got factory reset.Thanks.

[@VinnieSutra]

Great video. Oh how I have not been using the power of the mac. Thanks

[@addangel]

lots of useful info in a neat package, thanks!

[@DirectorWD40]

Thank you so much. Now, how would you do to have a desktop with hidden folders in case you have to share your screen when using Zoom App? Thank you!

[@macmost]

The desktop items are the same across all desktops. Doesn't Zoom have an option for hiding desktop items -- or maybe it is another app that does. If this is a problem, I would consider keeping a clean desktop instead.

[@williamharding1319]

Where have you been the last 9 years?! Thank for the amazing explanation.

[@macmost]

Right here. 🙂

[@stephenfurlong3821]

Nice! Been using Mac forever. Super helpful!!

[@innergrip1449]

This is great exactly what I was looking for. Keep up the good work.

[@mbmoffat]

this bloke is brilliant!!!!

[@briceking669]

Do you know if you can save the layouts and name them? I restarted my computer and it pushed everything back to one page. Thank you for the great video.

[@josephneale6499]

Has there been an answer for this? Surprised more ppl haven't asked about this.

[@modestbukowski]

Hi Gary, Thanks for your great content. I'm a big fan of fullscreen desktop views. I was wondering if there's a way the mac can remember the set-up and when you start up the computer it launches with your preferred set-up? My go-to is: D1: My working area + browsing, D2: Things + Ulysses split view, D3: Superhuman (Email), D4: Fantastical + occasionally another space depending on what I do. Ps. I tried the Control-Click but it doesn't show up on Big Sur beta. Thanks.

[@acp2018]

I immediately got help on what I needed! You're good

[@MarikaRealtor]

wonderful instructions! thank you!

[@sohamjoshi9535]

Thanks! This was very helpful.

[@lucaseve]

What about a way to have different files/folders on each desktop, instead of all of them on every desktop. Is there any software, extension or trick to get that?

[@macmost]

No, it doesn't work that way. The files are actually in the Desktop folder. What you see on over the desktop background is another way to view that. Since folders don't work that way, it isn't possible. Maybe consider storing your files in Documents anyway -- that is what I recommend.

[@AbnormalArtsDOTcom]

Thanks. Your video is very informative, and you're a good teacher.

[@mfda]

Super useful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@octochrome]

Thanks so helpful! I didn’t even know about this 👍

[@RezaGhavamizadeh]

One of your best videos. Keep up the good work 🙏

[@ernielansford8710]

Good info Gary. I have 2 Apple Thunderbolt Displays. This is timely

[@davashman9712]

Brilliant content and great presentation.

[@xrshub]

Excellent Tips ! Thank you