microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys

Switch windows of the same app instantly

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Description

### Description of the new feature / enhancement

Being able to switch windows of the same app is great, but what would be even better is to switch between them instantly - without even showing a popup with listed windows. It'll imitate an exact behavior from macOS.

### Scenario when this would be used?

Much more dynamic and faster switching between windows and freeing the screen from popups that might not be needed by some users.

### Supporting information

_No response_

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points; start by locating the existing same-app window-switching flow and confirming where its popup behavior is implemented. Compare the requested behavior with the current flow and define how instant switching should work, including what constitutes completion.

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Assessment

Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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