Finder open folder in same tab

hpostel wrote:

Just got an M3 MacBook Pro and am unable to navigate among folders in the same finder tab. This is NOT the issue of whether new folders open in windows or tabs, but rather I want to navigate to a different folder within the same tab I am already viewing - just go to a different folder rather than keeping the current one open AND opening a new one. I used to be able to do this on my old MBP but haven't figured it out on the new machine (running Sonoma). Thanks in advance for help!!

hmmm...

right this should not be a trick question.

Try changing to List view and compare your results— top of your Finder window

ref: Organize your files in the Finder on Mac - Apple Support