Hide recent apps
Activates Stage Manager with the Recent Apps option disabled (and the Dock visible).
Show Recent Apps
Activates Stage Manager with the Recent Apps option enabled (and the Dock hidden).
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Show%20Recent%20Apps
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Show%20Recent%20Apps
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Show Recent Apps”
end tell
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Toggles Stage Manager on or off depending on the current setting – includes the Dock and Recent Apps, but this can be customized if you have one overall preference.
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