Native macOS shortcuts
macOS ships with window management shortcuts that work in every app without any third-party tools:
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Minimise window | ⌘M |
| Hide app | ⌘H |
| Cycle windows (same app) | ⌘` |
| Full screen (macOS Space) | ⌃⌘F |
| Mission Control | ⌃↑ |
| Show desktop | ⌘F3 |
| Switch Space left/right | ⌃←/→ |
Notice what's missing: there is no native keyboard shortcut to snap a window to the left half, right half, or any other screen zone. That gap is what Rectangle App fills.
Rectangle shortcuts
After installing Rectangle, a full snap shortcut layer becomes available:
| Action | Rectangle default |
|---|---|
| Left Half | ⌃⌥← |
| Right Half | ⌃⌥→ |
| Maximise | ⌃⌥↵ |
| Top-Left Corner | ⌃⌥U |
| Top-Right Corner | ⌃⌥I |
| Left Third | ⌃⌥D |
| Next Display | ⌃⌥⌘→ |
| Restore | ⌃⌥⌫ |
All Rectangle shortcuts are fully customisable in Preferences. See the full Rectangle keyboard shortcuts list for all positions.
Combining both
The most efficient Mac window workflow uses both shortcut sets. Use native ⌘` to cycle between windows of the same app; use Rectangle App shortcuts to position windows. Use ⌃⌥⌘→ to move a window to your second display; use ⌃⌥← to snap it there.
Together, these shortcuts — the complete raccourcis clavier Mac pour la gestion des fenêtres — cover every positioning need without touching a mouse or trackpad.
Frequently asked questions
How do I maximise a window on Mac with keyboard?
Native macOS: ⌃⌘F enters true full screen (a separate Space). With Rectangle: ⌃⌥↵ maximises the window within your current desktop, which is usually what you actually want.
Is there a shortcut to switch between windows on Mac?
⌘Tab switches between apps; ⌘` cycles between windows within the same app. These are native macOS shortcuts that work without any third-party tool.
Can I customise Rectangle shortcuts to not conflict with apps?
Yes — open Rectangle Preferences (⌘,) and click any shortcut to reassign it. If you change the modifier to ⌃⌥⌘, conflicts with application shortcuts are nearly impossible.