7 small tips with folders in Windows

As we all know, every folder on Windows is used to store and manage many different data. Today, we will share with you 7 small tricks to use those folders more effectively, not simply copying or deleting data in it. Please consult.

1. Clean up empty folders

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When the computer has too many empty folders that you don't need to "forget", it will make it difficult to find the folder you need. Therefore, at this time, Fast Empty Folder Finder will be a useful solution for you. This is a program to detect and delete empty folders ( even empty folders hidden ), you just need to click on the folder icon in the upper left corner of the program interface to determine the area to be searched. Then, click Search Now and the program will list the empty folders very quickly.

2. Activate Windows God Mode

This is a feature that allows users to customize and experience their own style. To enable this feature, from the Desktop interface, right-click and select New > Folder and name the new folder as follows

GodMode. {ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

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3. Change the location of the default folder

Normally, to move a folder, we just need to drag and drop the folder to the new location. But there are default directories related to user accounts like Downloads , My Music , My Pictures ., you won't be able to do it this way. Instead, right-click it, select Properties . Next, click the Location tab and select the desired path again.

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4. Open the closed folders again

UndoClose is the solution when you "accidentally" close your existing folders, they will help you quickly restore those folder windows without wasting time searching again.

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5. Create quick open shortcuts

With the software you use often, you can assign them a shortcut key combination to quickly open it by right-clicking on the software and selecting Properties . Next, select the Shortcut tab and then add the shortcut key in the Shortcut Key .

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6. Add extension options

When you hold down the Shift key and right-click on any folder, you will have some extra options like Open in new process and Open command window .

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7. Protect the folder with a password

To protect the folders containing important data that cannot be made public, you can use SecretFolder . It will secure user information and data by encrypting that directory.

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With the tips we have just shared above, hopefully can make it easier for you to use and secure your data.

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