How do i open window and not leave the old one open?

[derthballs]

Basically when i click on a folder it opens the folder but leaves the old one on the desktop, so if im going through 3 or 4 folders i have 3 or 4 windows left open by the time i get to the one i want.

Any way to open a window and not leave behind the window i was previously in?

 

[grapes911]

Finder --> Preferences
Uncheck "Always open folder in a new Window".

 

[emw]

Column view may also be your friend.

 

[mduser63]

Also make sure you're running the Finder in "Brushed Metal mode." Click the little elliptical button in the top right corner to switch between the two.

 

[johnnyjibbs]

Hold down the Option (Alt) key while double clicking a folder.

I'm assuming you're talking about the Finder. If you like using a spatial Finder (i.e. where a new window appears for each folder) but don't want to have a trail of windows left then this is a neat little tip.

 

[Will Cheyney]

You beat me to it!
Alt clicking application can also be handy too. It hide all apps other than the one your click on. Pre-expose this was very handy for getting to the Finder/desktop.

 

[derthballs]

Great, thanks guys