With the increasing size of computer monitors, it seems like you can fit anything on your desktop. However, there are users who are not satisfied with the capabilities of one desktop.
The convenience of a second desktop is obvious. You can place as many programs as needed. It is useful to keep the files you need, open directories, maps, diagrams and much more close at hand. However, not all users know exactly how to expand their computing capabilities.
How to push the boundaries of the familiar
If you are a regular user of the Linux system, then the problem of the second desktop will be solved by itself. In this operating system, the possibility of a second desktop is implemented in the interface itself. You don't need any additional programs or utilities to comfortably work on two, three, four or more tables. Windows users are less fortunate, but they can be helped.
For such people, special programs have been created that add the capabilities of a second desktop and do it in a rather original way. For instance:
- Shock 4Way 3D - this program gives not two, but four desktops at once, turning the Windows interface into three-dimensional. You can conveniently operate with windows, transfer them from place to place, organize them in the form of a cube, add various effects. It is very interesting and effective.
- AltDesk - An alternative option for creating multiple desktops. It is conveniently presented in the form of a floating panel, where all open windows are located, organized in the form of icons. The originality of the idea is that you can immediately open the desired window without having to go to a specific desktop;
- Dexpot is a real find for those who like to spread a lot of information on their desktops at once. The program is capable of creating and maintaining up to 20 virtual desktops. Switching between them is carried out either using hot keys, or by means of icons at the bottom of the screen. The "Catalog" function is conveniently adapted, which makes it possible to see all open windows in a reduced form on one screen at once.
The practice of creating a second desktop
For a practical example of creating a desktop using one of the listed programs, you can choose Dexpot. It is easy to install, which will not be difficult even for a novice user. Once the software is installed on your system, you will already have 4 desktops. You can post information on them, open windows, carry out full-fledged work with all its pros and cons.
If four desktops are not enough for you, you can go to the "General" tab in the program settings. It configures the amount that you require. The "Controls" tab can also be useful, where you can set hotkeys for switching between windows. The program is distinguished by the ability to connect additional plugins that expand the possibilities for handling the software.
In principle, all such programs are distinguished by the simplicity of settings and the general principle of operation. Therefore, once you are comfortable with one example, you can use other similar software.
