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Windows Virtual Desktop Helper is a free, open-source Windows utility for managing virtual desktops through system tray indicators, overlays, and keyboard shortcuts. It displays the active desktop number or name initial directly in the taskbar notification area. Users can navigate between desktops or open Task View through convenient tray controls. Custom global shortcuts enable switching to numbered desktops, adjacent desktops, or recently visited workspaces. Desktop change notifications and persistent overlays provide visual feedback across multiple monitors. Its WinUI 3 settings interface supports shortcut recording, overlay previews, and light and dark themes. Built with Rust, the application offers portable execution, automatic startup, and recovery after Windows Explorer restarts.
Features
- System tray indicators displaying active virtual desktop numbers and name initials
- Custom keyboard shortcuts for numbered, adjacent, and recently visited desktops
- Desktop switching notifications with persistent click-through status overlays
- Multi-monitor overlay positioning with customizable visual appearance and themes
- Native WinUI 3 settings interface with keyboard shortcut recording and live previews
- Lightweight Rust-based operation with automatic startup and Explorer restart recovery
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