Why can't Finder be closed using command+q? [closed]

You can close all windows of an application (including Finder) with ++w.

You can add a quit option to the Finder by running:

defaults write com.apple.finder QuitMenuItem -bool YES && killall Finder

Considering Finder is responsible for the desktop icons, quitting it rather pointless, but have it!


You can use cmd + alt + w to close All windows.