Fix column widths in folders on MacBook

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keno1 Author

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Fix column widths in folders on MacBook

How do I fix column widths in folder on Mac Book, Sequoia 15.71.1

MacBook Air 15″, macOS 15.7

Posted on Nov 28, 2025 9:20 AM

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den.thed

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Nov 28, 2025 11:32 AM in response to keno1

Are you are referring to column widths while viewing folders and files in Finder..?

If so, what option (list or column) are you using to view folders and files in Finder..?

To adjust the column widths in Finder, click on bottom of the divider, hold and drag it out to the desired width.

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den.thed

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Nov 28, 2025 4:56 PM in response to keno1

My work around, is to setup and minimize those Finder windows to the dock for re-use.

To send feedback to Apple, you can use > Feedback - macOS - Apple

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keno1 Author

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Nov 28, 2025 3:56 PM in response to den.thed

Thanks for you reply and support. It works while the folder is open, but once I leave a folder and return to it or go to another folder (of any kind), the problem returns.

Others have sought solutions to this problem over the years, but no solution. Anyway to lobby Apple to fix it??

Thanks.

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keno1 Author

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Nov 29, 2025 7:04 AM in response to den.thed

Wow! That's a work around That'll suite my needs. Preciate you.

Keno

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den.thed

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Nov 29, 2025 9:12 AM in response to keno1

You're welcome.

Keep in mind that a shutdown/startup or a restart, will mess with column spacing.

FWIW the last time I restarted was back on 11-3-2025 for the 15.7.2 update.

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