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How to use computer while Garry's Mod is loading

By Alexandrovich

in this tutorial we are going to learn how to use your computer while Garry's Mod is loading

Everyone has been frustrated at some point for not being able to ALT+TAB Garry's Mod while it's loading a map or mounting workshop.
So here's a very simple fix for that you must know.

STEP 1 - While Garry's Mod is loading/stuck, hold WINDOWS + TAB. (Do not release this key combination yet)
STEP 2 - At the top you will see + Add new Desktop, click it.
STEP 3 - Now a new desktop has been created, simply drag your Garry's Mod instance to that new desktop.
STEP 4 - You can now use your computer on the (1) Desktop. To head back to Garry's Mod simply repeat Step 1 and switch to the (2) Desktop or drag it back to (1) Desktop.

Enjoy!

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Category: Gameplay Basics, Secrets

Languages: English

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20 Jan, 2024 @ 9:48am

20 Jan, 2024 @ 9:48am

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TUTORIAL

in this tutorial we are going to learn how to use your computer while Garry's Mod is loading

Everyone has been frustrated at some point for not being able to ALT+TAB Garry's Mod while it's loading a map or mounting workshop.
So here's a very simple fix for that you must know.

STEP 1 - While Garry's Mod is loading/stuck, hold WINDOWS + TAB. (Do not release this key combination yet)
STEP 2 - At the top you will see + Add new Desktop, click it.
STEP 3 - Now a new desktop has been created, simply drag your Garry's Mod instance to that new desktop.
STEP 4 - You can now use your computer on the (1) Desktop. To head back to Garry's Mod simply repeat Step 1 and switch to the (2) Desktop or drag it back to (1) Desktop.

Enjoy!

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Alexandrovich [author] 21 Apr, 2024 @ 4:51am

@Skeleto Glad to hear it

Skeleto 21 Apr, 2024 @ 1:37am

HOLY SHIT YOU JUST HELPED ME SO MUCH

CasuallyOwlburt 13 Feb, 2024 @ 3:53pm

you can also just click the windows button really fast after you make/join a server

VelvetZen 12 Feb, 2024 @ 9:07am

123

Four 9 Feb, 2024 @ 3:41am

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