Contexts

What it does

Command-Tab alternative

Its Command-Tab switcher lists windows separately and also supports switching among windows of the frontmost app.checked 14 Nov 2026

Compatibility

The current homepage identifies Version 3.9 as working on macOS Ventura, Sonoma, and Sequoia.checked 14 Nov 2026

Fast Search

Search filters windows by characters from app names or window titles and can match non-consecutive characters.checked 14 Nov 2026

Gestures

A two-finger scroll gesture from the trackpad edge can reveal and navigate the switcher list.checked 14 Nov 2026

License scope

Individual users may use one license on their Macs and share it with up to six family members in the same household.checked 14 Nov 2026

Multiple displays

The switcher center window appears on all displays by default, with optional per-display sidebars.checked 14 Nov 2026

Organizational license limit

Organizations must buy at least one license per person using the software.checked 14 Nov 2026

Personal information

The maker says it does not sell, rent, or trade personal information with third parties.checked 14 Nov 2026

Privacy metrics

App metrics exclude private information such as the apps used and search terms typed.checked 14 Nov 2026

Purpose

Contexts is a macOS window switcher for switching among application windows.checked 14 Nov 2026

Search shortcuts

Repeated search queries can prioritize the previously selected window.checked 14 Nov 2026

Sidebar

An auto-hiding sidebar groups windows by Space and can filter which Spaces it shows.checked 14 Nov 2026

Support

Support, feedback, and bug reports can be sent by email or Twitter.checked 14 Nov 2026