Opening a file from "Finder" without the mouse?

[Paul S]

Okay, I have looked and searched, but I haven't come across the answer.

I was just wondering, is there a way to open up an application or file from Finder using just the keyboard. What I mean is, say you're in your "Movies" folder and want to open up a certain video clip. You highlight the file. What then? When I press "Enter," it just highlights the name of the file (for renaming). I've tried CTRL/Option/Command + enter and other buttons, but to no avail.

Is there a way to open it without double-clicking on the file with the mouse?

Thanks.

 

[The Man]

Command + Arrow Down

That will open a file, folder or launch an app.

 

[The Man]

Also, Command + Arrow Up moves you out of the folder (you go to the parent folder). In list mode, you can expand the folder with Right Arrow.

 

[swiftaw]

Apple+O

 

[Paul S]

THANKS!!! You really are The Man!

 

[rdowns]

THANKS!!! You really are The Man!

You need to go get this doc.

 

[The Man]

THANKS!!! You really are The Man!

I know, I know.

Basically, you can navigate the Finder with the arrow keys and the command key.

 

[The Man]

You need to go get this doc.

Yeah, that's the complete shortcuts list. Very handy for every new Mac user to go through.

 

[IJ Reilly]

You can also type the first letter(s) of the file name. The Finder goes right to it.