How to Close Multiple Panes in Sublime Text 3

To close multiple panes in Sublime Text 3 use the following key combination : OPT + CMD + 1 of macOs and on Windows/Linux use ALT + CTRL + 1.

 

Alternatively, you can go to View > Layout > Single on the main menu.

 

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Here is the full list of keyboard shortcuts for opening panels in Sublime Text 3:

 

  • OPT + CMD + 1
  • OPT + CMD + 2
  • OPT + CMD + 3
  • OPT + CMD + 4
  • OPT + CMD + 5

 

Each number corresponds to the number of panels to split the window by.

 

Conclusion

I opened multiple panels in my Sublime Text 3 accidentally with a key combination and didn't know how to close them, so I thought it might be useful posting the solution here for others.

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