Force Touch for Go-to-Definition on macOS

On macOS, you can now use Force Touch (deep press) on symbols to quickly jump to their definitions—no keyboard shortcuts needed.

How to Use

1. Hover your cursor over a function, class, or variable name
2. Press firmly on your trackpad (Force Touch/3D Touch)
3. Zed immediately jumps to the definition

Works with any symbol that supports go-to-definition in your language.

Setup

Force Touch works out of the box on MacBooks with Force Touch trackpads (2015 and later).

Make sure Force Touch is enabled in System Settings:

• System Settings → Trackpad → Force Click and haptic feedback

Comparison

Traditional Method:

• Hover over symbol
• Press Cmd+Click or F12

Force Touch Method:

• Just Force Touch the symbol
• One gesture instead of two actions

Benefits

• Faster navigation with one gesture
• Keeps hands on trackpad
• Natural tactile feedback
• Works alongside traditional shortcuts

Perfect for trackpad-centric workflows—explore code without reaching for keyboard shortcuts.