How to create folder in computer

Updated: 02/04/2024 by Computer Hope

There are multiple ways to create or add a folder, subfolder, directory, and subdirectory on a computer.

The methods for doing so depend on the operating system or where the directory is being created. Select a link below for steps on creating a directory or folder in each major operating system.

Creating a folder in Microsoft Windows

There are a few ways to create a folder in Microsoft Windows, generally depending on where you want the new folder to be placed.

To proceed, select a method from the list below or check out each section individually.

My Computer or Windows Explorer

1. Press the + to open Windows Explorer.
2. On the left side of the window, select the drive or folder where you want to create the new folder; for example, the C: drive.

   Or, you can create a folder in the root directory.

1. In Windows 11, click the New option in the menu bar and select Folder in the drop-down menu.
   
   In Windows 8 and 10, on the Home tab, click the New folder icon.
   
   In Windows 7 and earlier, in the file men
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