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AltTab

Windows alt-tab window switcher functionality and UI brought to macOS.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars21.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Macos EnhancementDesktop ProductivityWindow SwitcherProductivityTask Switcher
Overview

Why consider AltTab?

AltTab brings the power of the Windows and Linux task switcher to macOS. It displays active application thumbnails, window titles, close/minimize shortcuts, and multi-monitor switching when pressing Option+Tab.

Guided learning

Learn AltTab by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of AltTab

AltTab replaces the default macOS App Switcher with individual window previews and mouse hover navigation.

Quickstart

bash
1brew install --cask alt-tab
  1. Launch AltTab and grant macOS Accessibility and Screen Recording permissions (needed for live thumbnails).
  2. Press Option+Tab to preview all open application windows across all spaces and monitors.
  3. Use number keys or arrow keys to instantly focus any window.

AltTab is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0.

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AltTab FAQs

AltTab is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

AltTab is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

AltTab is listed as an alternative to Mission Control Pro. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.