folder

Documents go inside

A folder is a container for holding loose papers, typically made of folded cardboard or plastic with a crease down the middle.

In computing, a folder is a virtual container for organizing files—the graphical equivalent of a directory.

Create a new folder on your desktop.

She kept all her receipts in a manila folder.

physical

manila

Yellowish-brown hemp material

  • fileStored collection of data
  • tabProjection for gripping
  • labelIdentifying attachment or marker

pocket · hanging · accordion · expandable · legal-size · tabbed · color-coded · filing · papers · documents

digital

file

Stored collection of data

path · desktop · download · archive · backup · rename · drag · drop · click · organize

storage

cabinet

Enclosed storage furniture

  • drawerSliding furniture compartment
  • shelfHorizontal storage surface
  • boxLidded storage container

bin · rack · filing · archive · repository · locker · compartment · desk · organizer · crate

stationery

binder

Device securing loose pages

portfolio · presentation · pocket · report · cover · school · backpack · supplies · homework · project

documents

records

Stored data or albums

invoices · receipts · contracts · agreements · proposals · briefs · manuscripts · archives · filing · paperwork

Categories
Opposites
organization method

folderloose papers

binder · ring binder · filing cabinet · box · envelope

digital file structure

folderfile

Stored collection of data

document · data file · executable · application · root directory

state of material

foldermess

Disorderly, troublesome condition

chaos · clutter

Phrases
Family

fold, unfold, folding, folded, enfold, folders, file folder, refold, foldable

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G