Folder
What is a Folder?
Definition
A folder is a digital container within a computer’s file system that stores files and, in many cases, other folders. It groups related items together and forms part of a larger organisational structure. This system helps information remain ordered, making files easier to locate and manage over time.
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Characteristics
Holds files and sometimes other folders
Used to organise content into logical groups
Represented visually, often by a folder-shaped icon
Can be named and renamed to describe its contents
Exists as part of a larger file system hierarchy
Examples
A Documents folder containing Word files
A Pictures folder storing photos and images
A course folder holding lecture notes and assignments
A project folder with subfolders for drafts and final versions
A Downloads folder containing files saved from the internet
Non-Examples
A single file, such as a Word document or PDF
An application or program itself
A window displaying folder contents
A menu or toolbar
A physical paper folder or binder