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Creating and Managing Files and Folders
Since folders and subfolders are organised following a proper hierarchical file system of any
storage device, sometimes they are also called directories or sub-directories. The first directory
in the hierarchical system is called root directory and is represented as C:\ or D:\.
The folders and files are created within the root directory. To access any file, folder or subfolder
we refer to a File Path which allows quick access to a file.
Creating a New File/Folder
To create a new file/folder, follow the given steps:
Step 1: Double-click on This PC icon present on the desktop. The File Explorer window opens.
Step 2: Select the drive in which you want to create a new folder. In the given picture it is
D: drive.
Step 3: Click on the New option from the toolbar.
Step 4: Click on the Folder option to create a new folder or click on the type of file you want
to create from the list.
Step 5: Type the name for the new folder or file and press the Enter key. The new file/folder
will be created in your drive.
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Alternatively, you can follow the other method, by following the given steps:
Step 1: Right-click anywhere in the blank area of the right pane of the File Explorer. A context
menu appears.
Step 2: Click on the New option. A submenu appears
Step 3: Click on the Folder option to create a new folder or click on the type of file you want
to create from the list.
Step 4: Type the name for the new folder or file and press the Enter key. The new file/folder
will be created in your folder.
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