App-grouped overview
See windows grouped by application, then jump straight to the one you want instead of cycling through apps first.
Mac window switcher
A window switcher that shows you what is actually open.
WindowShelf is for people who have outgrown app-only switching. Instead of cycling and hoping you land on the right window, you get a live sidebar with app groups, window titles, indicators, and fast focus actions.
Active and open indicators
Get state cues in the sidebar so you can tell what is active, minimized, or already open at a glance.
Keyboard support
Use keyboard navigation to move through the list and focus windows quickly without giving up visible context.
Scan the sidebar
Window titles are visible, so you do not have to remember where everything lives.
Focus the right window
Click or navigate to the exact item you want instead of cycling past unrelated app windows.
Stay in flow
Keep the window list nearby while you continue working, especially when many apps are open at once.
Best for
- People who work with many windows per app
- Users switching across Spaces throughout the day
- Anyone who wants more context than Command-Tab gives
- Teams that keep browsers, docs, tickets, notes, and chats open at once
Is this the same as Command-Tab?
No. Command-Tab switches apps. WindowShelf helps you switch windows with a visible sidebar and a more explicit overview.
What if organization is my real problem?
Then the next page to read is window organizer for Mac, where the focus is shelves and project grouping.
What if layout is my pain point?
Then go to tile windows on Mac to see how WindowShelf handles quick layouts.