Switch between windows (not applications) in both directions

Solution 1:

Another possible option for you is to use Mission Control.

Mission Control shows all windows as overlays on your screen. You can also set your Mission Control preferences (Apple > System Preferences > Mission Control) to group windows by application.

By default you can access Mission Control by pressing the Mission Control key (usually the F3 key - see image below), or pressing the control + ⬆︎ keyboard shortcut, although this may depend on how you've configured your shortcuts in System Preferences.

If you're using a MacBook and/or trackpad you can also access Mission Control by swiping up with three fingers.

For more information you can refer to Use Mission Control on your Mac.

Note: The feedback I've had from users is that it takes a little while to get used to, but that it's well worth persisting. So I recommend you stick with it for a little while to see if it works for you.

Solution 2:

A (currently) free option:

• HyperSwitch - free beta, expiry date has been extended

And more paid options:

• Contexts - free trial, then $10
• SuperTab - free trial, then $10

Contexts seems the most solid solution at the time of writing.

My Humble Opinion: I tried these apps but always came back to Mission Control + Hot Corner activation. When I want to find a window I move my mouse to the top right corner, all the windows appear on one screen, then I visually select one and click it with my mouse, the desktop comes back with my chosen window activated. Of course, YMMV.

Solution 3:

Witch is an app for switching between windows of any application.

Witch allows you to switch directly between not only applications (as you can do with Command-Tab), but windows as well. Instead of switching applications first, then windows, use Witch to switch directly to your desired window.