How Do I Switch to Another Tab?

You can easily switch to another tab in your web browser using keyboard shortcuts or your mouse.

Switching between different tabs within the same browser window is a common task. While using your mouse to click on the desired tab is always an option, employing keyboard shortcuts can significantly speed up your browsing experience.

Keyboard Shortcuts for Switching Tabs

Many popular web browsers, including Microsoft Edge, share common keyboard shortcuts for navigating between open tabs.

According to the provided reference, the default shortcuts used by Microsoft Edge to switch between tabs are:

• Ctrl + Tab: This shortcut allows you to switch to the next tab to the right in the tab bar.
• Ctrl + Shift + Tab: This shortcut lets you switch to the previous tab to the left in the tab bar.

These shortcuts provide a quick way to cycle through your open tabs without needing to move your hand to the mouse.

Tabs vs. Applications

It's important to note the distinction between switching tabs within a single application (like your browser) and switching between different applications running on your computer.

• Switching Tabs: Shortcuts like Ctrl + Tab and Ctrl + Shift + Tab work within your active application (e.g., your web browser) to move between its various tabs or windows.
• Switching Applications: As mentioned in the reference, Alt + Tab is the Windows shortcut specifically designed for switching between different applications that are currently open on your computer.

Using the correct shortcut ensures you navigate to where you intend – either a different tab in your browser or a completely different program like a document editor or chat application.

Mouse Navigation

Alternatively, you can always use your mouse to switch tabs:

• Simply click on the header of the tab you wish to make active at the top of the browser window.

Choosing between keyboard shortcuts and mouse navigation depends on your personal preference and workflow.