Emilie Meyer
The Preview app, which comes pre-installed on all Macs, is a useful tool for opening and editing different file types. While the app has several functionalities, one of its features is the ability to pan. Panning allows users to move around enlarged documents or images, and this can be done in Preview by using the hand tool or by scrolling. Users can also pan by moving their mouse beyond the edges of the zoomed area, causing the zoomed area to follow the mouse. This article will explore the different ways to pan in Preview and provide step-by-step instructions for each method.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Panning with a mouse | Move the mouse beyond the edges of the zoomed area. |
| Panning with a mouse (alternative) | Move two fingers on the trackpad or mouse. |
| Panning with a mouse (vertical scrolling) | Roll the mouse wheel. |
| Panning with a mouse (horizontal scrolling) | Hold down shift while rolling the mouse wheel. |
| Panning with a keyboard | Press Command + Option + 3 to switch to the table of contents view, then use the arrow keys to pan. |
| Opening or closing the preview pane | Press Alt + P. |
| Opening or closing the details pane | Press Alt + Shift + P. |
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What You'll Learn
Using the hand tool
The hand tool in Preview on macOS allows users to move enlarged documents or pan zoomed PDFs and images. While the hand tool is not available in the toolbar, there are several ways to access it.
One way to use the hand tool is by pressing and holding the Option key and then pressing and holding the Space key. This will turn the pointer arrow into a hand icon, indicating that you can now use the hand tool to pan around the document. To exit the hand tool and return to the pointer arrow, simply release the keys.
Another way to access the hand tool is by using the move tool shortcut, which is ⌥ Option+Space. This will change the cursor to a hand, allowing you to scroll the content in all directions.
If you are using a trackpad or a Magic Mouse, you can pan around by moving two fingers on the trackpad or mouse. Alternatively, you can scroll with a mouse or trackpad to pan around, and hold Shift to scroll horizontally.
For users with a Wacom-type stylus, the "grab scroll" option in Better Touch Tool allows you to add a "hand" type effect, enabling you to swish around and click and drag windows even when the type tool is active.
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Scrolling with a mouse
Firstly, ensure that “Rectangular Selection” is selected under the Tools menu. This will allow you to use the Option+Space shortcut to activate the hand tool temporarily. With the hand tool enabled, you can drag the document around to pan in any direction. Alternatively, you can use the mouse wheel to pan up and down, and by holding Shift simultaneously, you can pan left and right.
If you're using a Mac, there are additional methods to pan with your mouse. One approach is to use the “Zoom” feature in Accessibility settings, which allows you to keep the mouse pointer at the centre of the screen. By moving your mouse beyond the edges of the zoomed area, you can effectively pan the document. Another method is to utilise Quick Look, which can be activated by selecting a file and pressing the Spacebar. Once in Quick Look, hold down the Alt (Option) key and use your mouse to scroll or zoom.
It's worth noting that while scrolling with a mouse is a common method for panning in Preview, some users have expressed a preference for using the "Hand Tool." This tool was previously available in Preview but has since been removed in newer versions. As an alternative, you can use the arrow keys on your keyboard to scroll up, down, left, and right within any document.
Additionally, Preview offers various keyboard shortcuts for zooming and cropping. For example, you can zoom in and out using the Command and Plus or Minus keys, respectively. To zoom to a specific selection, use your mouse to draw a selection and then press Command + Shift + 8. You can also crop images by pressing Command + K and adjust the cropping boundaries with your mouse or trackpad.
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Zooming in and out
If you have a Mac with a trackpad, you can zoom in by placing two fingers on the trackpad and moving them apart, and zoom out by reversing the gesture and pinching with two fingers. If you have a Magic Mouse, you can smart zoom by tapping with one finger on the top of the mouse.
If you prefer to use keyboard shortcuts, there are a few options. Command-plus and Command-minus will zoom in and out, respectively, as will Command-equal and Command-minus. Command-0 makes the document or image its actual size in the preview window, while Command-9 fits the document or image to the window. Command-Shift-8 zooms into a selection you’ve made in the image.
If you're using a mouse with a mouse wheel, you can roll the wheel for vertical scrolling and hold down shift to change it to horizontal scrolling. You can also use the Option key in combination with the mouse wheel to zoom in and out.
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Panning with a trackpad
MacOS Preview
On MacOS, the Preview application allows users to pan within PDFs and images. While the specific tools have changed over time, here are some methods that may work:
- Use two fingers on your trackpad to pan around. This gesture-based approach is intuitive and allows for smooth navigation.
- Utilize the scroll wheel on your trackpad for vertical scrolling. Hold down the "Shift" key simultaneously to enable horizontal scrolling.
- Try the keyboard shortcut Option (Opt) + Space to activate the hand tool and pan in all directions.
Blender
Blender is a 3D modelling software that supports trackpad panning. To enable this feature:
- Go to Blender preferences (Edit > Preferences > Input), then select "Emulate 3 Button Mouse."
- This setup allows you to use Alt + Right Mouse Button for rotation.
- For trackpad users, change the zoom options with "Wheel In" and "Wheel Out" key bindings to pinch/unpinch gestures.
Onshape
Onshape is a platform that supports panning and rotation using a Macbook trackpad. To ensure smooth panning:
- Check your OS preferences and set them to default mouse controls if needed.
- To pan, press and hold down with two fingers until you get the "force click" on the Mac, then move your fingers accordingly.
- For additional control, press and hold the Control key after performing the two-finger click-and-drag gesture.
ArcGIS
ArcGIS users can pan using a trackpad while utilizing the select tool. While it differs from a mouse, here's a workaround:
- Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to pan in different directions.
- The "+" and "-" keys can be used for zooming in and out, respectively.
- The space key is another option for panning in ArcGIS, similar to Photoshop.
Remember that some applications and platforms may have specific requirements or customizations for panning with a trackpad. Always refer to the official documentation or community forums for the most up-to-date and accurate instructions.
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Keyboard shortcuts
Panning Shortcuts
- To pan through an image, you can use the ` key (to the left of the 1 key) to hide or show the magnifier tool and then pan through the image to check for defects or specific parts you want to fix or view.
- If you have "Rectangular Selection" selected under Tools, you can use Option + Space to temporarily enable the hand tool and then drag the document to pan.
- When using a mouse, you can use the mouse wheel to pan up and down. Use Shift + the mouse wheel to pan left and right.
- In Preview, the arrow keys on your keyboard can also be used to scroll up, down, left, and right when you have any document open.
Other Useful Preview Shortcuts
- Command + I will provide detailed information about the file you have opened, such as its creation and modification dates, file size, DPI, and more.
- Command + Shift + S allows you to duplicate the file you have opened so that you can save it as a new file with a different name.
- Command + Minus (-) lets you zoom out of an image, while Command + Plus (+) enables you to zoom in.
- Command + Shift + F activates slideshow mode, which is useful when you have multiple images open in Preview.
- Command + R displays the document in its actual size, helping you adjust parameters accordingly.
- Command + B hides the toolbar, which is convenient when you want to focus on reading instead of editing.
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Frequently asked questions
You can pan by moving your mouse beyond the edges of the zoomed area. This moves the zoomed area to follow the mouse. Alternatively, you can use the hand tool by pressing ⌥ Option+Space.
If you’re zoomed in on something and want to pan, you can move your mouse beyond the edges of the zoomed area. If, in System Preferences → Accessibility → Zoom, you also have ‘Zoom follows the keyboard focus’ then as you type the zoomed area will follow the typing if typing beyond the edge of the zoomed area.
If you're using a mouse with a mouse wheel, you can roll the wheel for vertical scrolling and hold down shift to change it to horizontal scrolling.
