Direct thread switching with Cmd+1..9 in Codex desktop app
Resolved 💬 4 comments Opened Feb 14, 2026 by qkrwpdlr Closed Mar 29, 2026
Problem
In the Codex desktop app, moving between threads currently relies on sequential navigation (Cmd+Shift+[ / Cmd+Shift+]) or search (Cmd+K).
For users who keep multiple active threads, this is slower than direct index-based switching.
Requested behavior
Add direct thread switching shortcuts:
Cmd+1-> first threadCmd+2-> second thread- ...
Cmd+9-> ninth thread
Why this helps
- Matches common tab-switching patterns in many desktop apps.
- Reduces navigation friction for power users.
- Improves keyboard-only workflow significantly.
Optional extensions
- Allow customizing these bindings in Settings.
- If
Cmd+1..9conflicts with existing behavior, provide an opt-in toggle.
Environment
- Codex desktop app (macOS)
- Date: 2026-02-14
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