VirtuaWin

Spec sheet

Purpose

VirtuaWin is a virtual desktop manager for Windows that organizes applications across multiple virtual desktops.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Integrations

The listed Message Passthrough module can forward VirtuaWin module information messages to third party windows, with an example AutoHotkey script included.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Support

The support page points users to the FAQ and official VirtuaWin forum, which it labels the preferred contact method.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

License

VirtuaWin is freely distributed and licensed under the GNU General Public License.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Founded

1999Read 28 Sep 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Compatibility caveat

The FAQ says some applications using a special type of window may not disappear when desktops change, and can be configured through Window Rules.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Configurable and extensible

The product is described as simple and elegant to use while remaining highly configurable and extensible.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Desktop count

The home page says VirtuaWin supports up to 9 virtual desktops.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Downloads

The downloads page lists VirtuaWin 4.5 installers, Unicode builds, portable builds, and C source code.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Interface

The FAQ says VirtuaWin has no graphical interface of its own and is controlled by keyboard or through a system tray icon.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Limits

The FAQ says the desktop limit is 20 and the maximum number of managed windows is 160.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Module development

The site provides a Module SDK with example code in C, and says modules can be developed in languages that support Windows executables.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Modules

Modules add functionality without adding more features to the core application, keeping it small and fast while allowing additions for special needs.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Portable use

The downloads page says the portable version can be unzipped and run anywhere.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Security and trust

The FAQ documents an unresolved freeze issue associated with Symantec Client Firewall version 8.7.4.97 and says suggested workarounds may not work for everyone.Read 9 Oct 2026 · virtuawin.sourceforge.io

Plans and prices

Every VirtuaWin plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Window Management Software#45 of 657.2