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Latest revision as of 22:26, 10 June 2024

Introduction[edit]

This guide will show you how to create a custom keyboard shortcut to hide the sidebar in Preview on macOS Big Sur. This will make it more convenient to hide the sidebar after performing a search.

Step 1: Open System Preferences[edit]

  1. Click on the Apple menu and select System Preferences.

Step 2: Go to Keyboard Settings[edit]

  1. Select Keyboard, then click on the Shortcuts tab.

Step 3: Create a New App Shortcut[edit]

  1. In the left sidebar, select App Shortcuts.
  2. Click the + button to add a new shortcut.

Step 4: Set Up the Shortcut[edit]

  1. In the Application dropdown, select Preview.
  2. For the Menu Title, type Hide Sidebar exactly as it appears in the Preview menu.
  3. In the Keyboard Shortcut field, choose a new, easier shortcut, such as Cmd + Shift + H (or any other combination that feels comfortable to you).

Step 5: Save the Shortcut[edit]

  1. Click Add to save the new shortcut.

Conclusion[edit]

By following these steps, you can create a custom keyboard shortcut to hide the sidebar in Preview. This reduces the number of keys you need to press simultaneously and makes the process more convenient.