How to create a custom keyboard shortcut to hide the sidebar in Preview

How to Create a Custom Keyboard Shortcut to Hide the Sidebar in Preview

Introduction

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

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

Step 2: Go to Keyboard Settings

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

Step 3: Create a New App Shortcut

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

Step 4: Set Up the Shortcut

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

1. Click Add to save the new shortcut.

Conclusion

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.