Windows operating systems, particularly Windows 10 and Windows 11, offer a feature known as "Virtual Desktops" or "Áreas de Trabalho Virtuais" in Portuguese. This feature allows users to create multiple desktops on a single machine, enabling better organization and management of open applications and tasks. This article will guide you through the process of creating and managing virtual desktops in Windows.

Examples:

1. Creating a Virtual Desktop:

   • Using the Task View Button:

     1. Click on the "Task View" button located on the taskbar. If it's not visible, right-click on the taskbar and ensure "Show Task View button" is checked.
     2. In the Task View interface, click on "New desktop" located at the bottom right corner.

   • Using Keyboard Shortcuts:

     • Press Windows + Ctrl + D to instantly create a new virtual desktop and switch to it.

2. Switching Between Virtual Desktops:

   • Using the Task View Interface:

     1. Click on the "Task View" button.
     2. Select the desktop you wish to switch to from the list of available desktops.

   • Using Keyboard Shortcuts:

     • Press Windows + Ctrl + Left Arrow or Windows + Ctrl + Right Arrow to switch between desktops.

3. Closing a Virtual Desktop:

   • Using the Task View Interface:

     1. Click on the "Task View" button.
     2. Hover over the desktop you wish to close and click the "X" button that appears.

   • Using Keyboard Shortcuts:

     • Press Windows + Ctrl + F4 to close the current virtual desktop.

4. Moving Windows Between Desktops:

   • Using the Task View Interface:
     1. Click on the "Task View" button.
     2. Drag and drop the window from one desktop to another.

These features can greatly enhance productivity by allowing users to separate workspaces for different tasks or projects.