Windows allows you to create multiple desktops, so that users can quickly switch between a work environment, a personal one, and a desktop optimized for gaming. This often leads to overlap: a word processor, for example, is normally needed for both work and personal correspondence.
If the program is running in full-screen mode, it’s often hard to tell which desktop you’re currently on. The simplest method is to assign a different background to each desktop. However, this must be a background image; Windows applies solid colors uniformly across all desktops.
The Windows Virtual Desktop Helper tool always displays which desktop you are currently working on in the taskbar. You can specify exactly how this is displayed in the settings.
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And, of course, the wallpaper trick only works if you’re not using the current application in full-screen mode. The open-source program Windows Virtual Desktop Helper offers a better solution. Once installed, you’ll find the tool in the Start menu under ‘Recommended.’ As soon as you’ve launched it by double-clicking, it appears in the corner of the taskbar with three new entries.
A number or an initial letter indicates which desktop you’re currently on. Right-click and select ‘Settings’ from the context menu to access the program’s settings. You can quickly switch between your desktops using the arrow keys.
