Additional Ideas for Managing Files and Folders

Folders, filenames, and colors can help you stay organized, so take the time to put things in order. Whenever your files or folders start looking cluttered or disorganized, think about creating a new folder, moving files to another folder, or deleting files to keep things tidy. By peeking inside files using the Quick Look feature, you can quickly see which files you need to keep and which files you can safely delete.

Keeping your files and folders organized is an ongoing task, like brushing your teeth or filling your car with gas, and it lets you spend more time working and less time searching for information on your Macintosh. Spend a little time periodically to keep your files and folders organized. ...

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