Finder Windows 1.5.7 -

In Finder Settings (Advanced), users can keep folders at the top of lists when sorting by name.

Double-click folders to open them or use the "Go" menu to navigate back up a level.

The preview pane supports media playback and, as of late 2024, behaves according to new window behavior introduced in macOS Sequoia (where windows may open under existing windows). Finder Windows 1.5.7

A right-hand column (toggled with Shift-Command-P) that shows metadata and quick actions for selected files, such as rotating images or creating PDFs. Window Behavior & View Settings

Folders can be displayed in four modes: Icon, List, Column, and Gallery. In Finder Settings (Advanced), users can keep folders

A new Finder window can be set to open to a default location (e.g., Home, Desktop) via Settings. Key Interaction Techniques

Based on current documentation as of early 2026, the macOS Finder serves as the primary file management interface, with windows designed to balance file navigation, content preview, and workflow efficiency. Key Interaction Techniques Based on current documentation as

Here is a structured overview of Finder window functionality and customization.