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How to close the file preview in Google Drive
Close the current file preview and return to the Drive file list.
Esc
📋 Step-by-Step Guide
- 1.Open Google Drive in your browser.
- 2.Navigate to the file or folder you want to work with.
- 3.Press Esc to close the file preview.
🎯 Shortcut Keys by Platform
| Platform | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| 💻 PC / Windows | Esc |
| 🍎 Mac | Esc |
| 💻 Chrome OS | Esc |
💡 Pro Tips
- You can combine this shortcut with the other Common Actions shortcuts to speed up your workflow.
- If you forget this shortcut, press Ctrl + / (or ⌘ + / on Mac) to see all available keyboard shortcuts in Google Drive.
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