Smart Code Navigation

Efficient navigation is the cornerstone of productive coding. Zed’s navigation features help you move through your codebase at the speed of thought.

Quick File Navigation

The fastest way to open files is using the command palette:

Cmd + P
# Open quick file picker
# Start typing the file name and hit Enter

Go to Definition

Jump directly to where a function, class, or variable is defined:

Cmd + Click (or F12)
# Jump to definition

Cmd + K, Cmd + D
# Peek definition in a popup

Symbol Navigation

Navigate to any symbol (function, class, variable) in the current file:

Cmd + Shift + O
# Open symbol picker for current file

For workspace-wide symbol search:

Cmd + T
# Search for symbols across your entire project

Breadcrumb Navigation

Use the breadcrumb trail at the top of the editor to quickly navigate between:

• Parent directories
• Sibling files
• Symbol hierarchy within the current file

Navigation History

Move backward and forward through your navigation history:

Ctrl + - (minus)
# Go back to previous location

Ctrl + Shift + -
# Go forward to next location

Pro Tips

• Use Cmd + Shift + F for global find across all files
• Cmd + G to jump to a specific line number
• Hold Alt while clicking to peek at definitions without leaving your current location
• Use the minimap on the right side for quick visual navigation in large files