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NESKTOP on desktop and mobile: one workspace, two independent canvases

NESKTOP gives you two separate canvases — Desktop for your computer and Mobile for your phone. Each is independently arranged, but both are yours and always in sync.

2026-06-072 min readNesktop Team

Why two canvases?

A desktop layout that looks great on a large 27-inch monitor does not translate well to a 6-inch phone screen. Widgets get cramped, text becomes tiny, and the arrangement that works with a mouse does not work with a thumb. NESKTOP solves this by giving you two completely independent canvases — Desktop (optimized for larger screens) and Mobile (designed for phone and tablet). Each canvas has its own set of pages, widgets, layouts, and backgrounds.

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Design your Desktop canvas for your computer and your Mobile canvas for your phone — one account, two workspaces.

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The Desktop canvas — your full-sized workspace

On your computer, use the Desktop canvas. This is where you can go big — arrange dozens of widgets on a spacious 1440-pixel canvas, create multiple pages for different contexts, and use the full desktop editing experience with drag-and-drop, resize handles, and detailed widget customization. This is your main workspace for serious organization.

The Mobile canvas — touch-friendly and focused

On your phone or tablet, the Mobile canvas takes over. It is independently arranged — you might have fewer widgets, larger tap targets, and a simpler layout optimized for one-handed use. The mobile menu adapts to narrow screens with a hamburger drawer. Your Desktop and Mobile canvases are both accessible from any device — switch between them using the canvas toggle in the top bar.

Comparison table

FeatureNesktopOther approach
Desktop canvas1440px workspace, full editing, multiple pages, ideal for mouse/keyboardA single responsive layout may become cramped on smaller screens.
Mobile canvasTouch-optimized, larger tap targets, simplified menu, independent pagesA desktop-first layout often needs zooming and horizontal movement.
SyncingBoth canvases sync to your account — access either from any deviceDevice-local start pages may require separate manual setup.

FAQ

Can I access my Desktop canvas on my phone?

Yes. Use the canvas toggle in the top bar to switch between Desktop and Mobile canvases from any device. Both are always available.

Do I need to set up my Mobile canvas separately?

Yes. The Mobile canvas starts independently, which lets you design a phone-optimized layout from scratch. If you prefer, you can build a similar layout on both canvases.

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