Preview a file instantly (Quick Look)
On a Mac, shows a full preview of the selected file (PDFs, photos, videos, documents) without opening any app.
WindowsNo built-in shortcut
MacSpace
How to use it
- Select a file in Finder.
- Press Space.
- Use the arrow keys to preview the next file. Press Space again to close.
Pro tip
Hold Option and press Space to open the preview full screen.
Heads up: Windows has no built-in equivalent. The free Microsoft PowerToys 'Peek' tool adds one (Ctrl + Space).
Next up in File Explorer & Finder
- Show hidden files⌘+⇧+.
- Go to a folder by typing its pathCtrl+L
- Rename a fileF2
- Create a new folderCtrl+Shift+N
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