Alt Tab Not Working or Switching Apps Fix [2026]

Quick Answer: Alt+Tab not working due to gaming mode or keyboard filter. Turn off gaming mode and check if keyboard macros are interfering.

Fix

Settings → Gaming → Game Mode → OFF

Try different keyboard. Disable macro software.

Settings → System → Multitasking → Alt+Tab shows → Open windows only

Task Manager → Windows Explorer → Restart

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