There is a new Windows 11 Taskbar shortcut for selecting open or pinned apps from the taskbar. This is a really handy shortcut for those who prefer the keyboard over the mouse for selecting apps on the taskbar.

"...new keystroke navigation for switching between taskbar apps. After pressing the Win+T shortcut to focus on the taskbar, you can press a letter key to instantly jump to any open or pinned app whose name starts with that letter. If you have multiple apps starting with the same letter, you can continue tapping that key to cycle through them one by one."

I found that once the Win+T shortcut has been pressed, you can also use the arrow keys to move between taskbar apps.

"This shortcut works a bit differently if you're using an uncombined taskbar. In that case, it jumps between window titles instead of app names. Either way, it's a quick and efficient trick for rapidly switching between your most-used programs without taking your hands off the keyboard."

quoted from Neowin by Zo Ahmed August 21, 2024 at 12:33 PM

I am running the Windows 11 Pro Beta version 22635.4076, and it works for me. I am not sure it works yet in the 23H2 22631.xxxx versions of Windows 11 yet, but would interested in hearing from other Stardock users if it works on their systems.

Also, this shortcut works with Start11 installed with the taskbar at the bottom or top with the taskbar unenhanced by Start11, however, if the enhanced taskbar is turned on, it does not work.