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Toggle Any Panel with Dedicated Actions

New toggle commands for every panel make custom keybindings easier

shortcuts beginner February 26, 2026 · godruoyi
#panels #keybindings #workflow #ui

Every panel in Zed now has a dedicated toggle action, making it simple to show or hide panels with custom keybindings.

How to Use

Use the command palette to toggle any panel:

  1. Open the command palette (Cmd-Shift-P on macOS, Ctrl-Shift-P on Linux/Windows)
  2. Search for “toggle” to see all panel toggle actions
  3. Choose a panel to toggle its visibility

Or create custom keybindings in your keymap settings:

[
  {
    "bindings": {
      "cmd-1": "workspace::ToggleLeftPanel",
      "cmd-2": "project_panel::Toggle",
      "cmd-3": "outline_panel::Toggle"
    }
  }
]

Available Toggle Actions

All panels now have toggle actions:

  • project_panel::Toggle
  • outline_panel::Toggle
  • git_panel::Toggle
  • agent_panel::Toggle
  • terminal_panel::Toggle
  • collab_panel::Toggle
  • notification_panel::Toggle
  • debugger_ui::Toggle

Why This Matters

Consistent API: Every panel works the same way for toggling.

Custom Workflows: Bind your most-used panels to quick shortcuts.

Keyboard-First: Navigate your workspace without touching the mouse.

This is perfect for creating a personalized workspace layout where you can instantly access the panels you need while keeping others hidden until necessary.