If you’re looking to organize your Google Drive files, then creating folders may be a good idea. Whether you’re trying to find a file that you deleted accidentally or you want to put similar documents into the same folder, Google Docs lets you do it easily and efficiently. Its folders can store your documents in a convenient way, and you can access them from any device.
Before you begin, you’ll need to set up a Google account. Once you’ve created your account, log in to the Google Drive application. You’ll need to click the “Folder” option from the dropdown menu. To access the folder, you’ll need to provide a name for the new folder. This is a useful tip, as it means you’ll be able to find your file even if you’re not signed into your Google account.
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After you’ve signed in, you’ll have to choose the environment where the new folder is going to be placed. There are four options: My Drive, the desktop, the web, and the app. For this reason, it’s a good idea to select the environment that most closely matches your current setup.
Next, you’ll need to open a document. Depending on what type of file you’re working with, you can use the file picker or the file picker icon. You can also drag and drop a document into the new folder. In either case, a blue tick icon will appear next to the title field.
If you’re using the desktop view of the Google Chrome browser, you’ll need to change the view from the tablet view to the desktop view. The text box will also be changed to reflect the contents of your file.
When you’ve finished creating your new folder, it’s time to move the existing one to the new one. A quick search for your file will reveal that the “Move” button is located in the bottom right-hand corner of the window. Just click on the button and it’ll move your existing folder to the new one.
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Choosing to make your new folder a subfolder of your current folder is another helpful tip. As with the previous step, you’ll need to enter a name for your new folder. If you’re not sure what to choose, you can try changing the Drive window text box to cover letters, resumes, or whatever other description makes sense for your files.
To make a new folder in Google Docs, you need to follow three simple steps: add a document to an existing folder, name the folder, and move the folder. These are the steps for creating a new Google Docs folder, but you can also follow the same steps to create a folder on your computer. Alternatively, you can go to the home page of your Google account to see your folders.
While you can create folders in any application that supports the file picker, creating a new folder in Google Docs is a great way to organize your files. Not only can you move and delete documents, but you can also share them with others.