Lyra Blog
macOS app switching guides for keyboard-focused users.
Practical articles about Cmd-Tab alternatives, Mac app shortcuts, recent-app switching, input sources, and choosing the right switcher workflow.
Best macOS app switchers for keyboard-focused users
Compare fixed shortcuts, window switchers, search switchers, and launchers.
Cmd-TabWhy Cmd-Tab is not enough for fast app switching on Mac
Why recency order is useful, but not enough for deterministic switching.
ComparisonAltTab vs Witch vs Contexts vs Lyra
A workflow-based comparison of Mac app and window switchers.
ComparisonLyra vs AltTab
Compare fixed app shortcuts with window-first switching and Pro pricing.
ComparisonLyra vs Contexts
Compare Lyra shortcuts with search-based window switching and license pricing.
ComparisonLyra vs Witch
Compare Lyra's focused app switching with configurable switcher modes.
ShortcutsHow to assign keyboard shortcuts to Mac apps
Use automatic Dock shortcuts and manual app rows in Lyra.
Input MethodsHow to switch apps and input sources together on macOS
Connect app switching with per-app input source behavior.
WorkflowA faster way to jump between your most-used Mac apps
Use fixed shortcuts for known apps and Quick Switch for recent apps.