| Feature | Windows 10 | Windows 11 | |---------|------------|------------| | Desktop wallpapers | Same wallpaper on all | | | Rearrange desktops | Limited | Drag & drop in Task View | | Rename desktops | No | Yes (right-click > Rename) | | Move windows between desktops | Yes | Yes (right-click window in Task View) | | Close desktop with windows | Windows move to previous desktop | Same | | Taskbar per desktop | Same apps shown globally | Same apps shown globally (no per-desktop taskbar) |
When you switch desktops, all monitors switch together. You cannot have Monitor 1 on Desktop Work and Monitor 2 on Desktop Personal. This is a limitation. switch desktops windows 11
On a modern SSD system, switching is instant (<0.2 seconds). On older HDD systems, you might notice a 0.5–1 second delay when opening Task View for the first time after boot. | Feature | Windows 10 | Windows 11
Managing multiple desktops is a powerful way to organize your workflow, allowing you to separate personal tasks from professional projects on a single monitor. Essential Keyboard Shortcuts On a modern SSD system, switching is instant (<0