How Do I Create Multiple Workspaces in Ubuntu?
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Hold down Ctrl + Alt and tap an arrow key to quickly move up, down, left, or right between workspaces, depending on how they’re laid out. Add the Shift key—so, press Shift + Ctrl + Alt and tap an arrow key—and you’ll switch between workspaces, taking the currently active window with you to the new workspace.

How do I setup multiple workspaces in Ubuntu?

Using the keyboard:

  1. Press Super + Page Up or Ctrl + Alt + Up to move to the workspace shown above the current workspace in the workspace selector.
  2. Press Super + Page Down or Ctrl + Alt + Down to move to the workspace shown below the current workspace in the workspace selector.

How do I create multiple workspaces in Linux?

Adding Workspaces

To add workspaces to the GNOME Desktop, right-click on the Workspace Switcher applet, then choose Preferences. The Workspace Switcher Preferences dialog is displayed. Use the Number of workspaces spin box to specify the number of workspaces that you require.

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