Folders View options...

Hi all...
When i open a subfolder... its parent is close (the child opens instead of its parent in the same view option of this later) ...
Early, the Child open with its view option settings AND the Parent is still open with its different view options...
Is there a way, to open a Sub folder in its view option setting, and the Parent Remains open with its specific view options...
Thanks for any Help !

Go to the Finder's preferences (in the "Finder" menu) and choose the option to "Always open folders in a new window" in the "General" section.

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