diff --git a/dotfiles/kitty.conf b/dotfiles/kitty.conf
index db5ba25..b3e0601 100644
--- a/dotfiles/kitty.conf
+++ b/dotfiles/kitty.conf
@@ -43,3 +43,6 @@ enable_audio_bell no
 allow_remote_control yes
 
 update_check_interval 0
+
+# moves the window into a new OS window
+map ctrl+f2 detach_window