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Shows which macOS virtual desktop you are on via a persistent menu bar indicator and lets you switch to any desktop with a single click. Also includes app management and system memory monitoring.

Desktops addresses a common navigation gap in macOS: there is no built-in way to see at a glance which virtual desktop you are on, or to jump directly to a specific one without swiping through Mission Control.

The app places a persistent indicator in the menu bar showing the current desktop number or name. A click on the indicator opens a list of available desktops, allowing direct navigation with a single click. The application also includes app window management and system memory monitoring within the same interface.

System requirements

  • macOS 15.0 or later

Pricing

  • 14-day free trial
  • One-time purchase required to continue after trial

Limitations

  • macOS 15.0 minimum requirement
  • Pricing amount not publicly listed on website; requires trial to view

Alternatives

  • HiDock (paid): Dock and desktop management
  • TotalSpaces2 (paid): Virtual desktop grid with additional navigation options
  • Mission Control Plus (free): Enhanced Mission Control gestures

Suitable for users who work across multiple virtual desktops and want a quick visual indicator and single-click switching without relying on keyboard shortcuts or swipe gestures.

FAQ

What does Desktops do?+

Desktops displays which virtual desktop (Space) you are currently on via a menu bar indicator. You can click the indicator to switch directly to any desktop, bypassing the standard Mission Control swipe gestures.

Is Desktops free?+

Desktops offers a 14-day free trial, after which a one-time purchase is required.

Does Desktops work with multiple monitors?+

The app supports macOS virtual desktops (Spaces) as managed by the system, displaying the current desktop context in the menu bar.

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