How to Create and Manage App Folders in Windows

In Windows, app folders provide a convenient way to organize and manage your installed applications. By grouping related apps together, you can keep your desktop or Start menu clutter-free and find your desired apps quickly. This tutorial will guide you through the process of creating and managing app folders in Windows.

Creating an App Folder

To create an app folder in Windows, follow these steps:

1. Step 1: Right-click on an empty area of your desktop or Start menu.
2. Step 2: In the context menu that appears, hover over "New".
3. Step 3: Click on "Folder".

4. Step 4: A new folder will be created with a default name, which you can change.
5. Step 5: Rename the folder to your desired name by right-clicking on it and selecting "Rename" from the context menu.
6. Step 6: Press Enter after typing the folder name.

Now you have successfully created an app folder on your Windows desktop or Start menu.

Managing App Folders

Once you have created an app folder, you can customize it further by following these steps:

Adding Apps to the Folder

To add apps to an app folder in Windows, you have two methods:

Method 1: Drag and Drop

1. Step 1: Open the folder containing the app you want to move.
2. Step 2: Click and hold the app's icon.
3. Step 3: Drag the app icon over the app folder you created.
4. Step 4: Release the mouse button to drop the app into the folder.

Repeat these steps for each app you want to add to the folder.

Method 2: Pinning Apps

1. Step 1: Right-click on the app you want to add to the folder.
2. Step 2: Hover over the "More" option in the context menu.
3. Step 3: Click on "Pin to [Folder Name]".

The selected app will now be added to the app folder.

Removing Apps from the Folder

To remove apps from an app folder, you can use either of the following methods:

Method 1: Drag and Drop

1. Step 1: Open the app folder containing the app you want to remove.
2. Step 2: Click and hold the app's icon.
3. Step 3: Drag the app icon outside of the folder.
4. Step 4: Release the mouse button to drop the app outside the folder.

The app will be removed from the folder and placed back on your desktop or Start menu.

Method 2: Right-click and Unpin

1. Step 1: Right-click on the app you want to remove from the folder.
2. Step 2: Hover over the "More" option in the context menu.
3. Step 3: Click on "Unpin from [Folder Name]".

The app will be removed from the folder, but it will still be accessible from your desktop or Start menu.

Renaming the Folder

To rename an existing app folder, follow these steps:

1. Step 1: Right-click on the folder you want to rename.
2. Step 2: Select "Rename" from the context menu.
3. Step 3: Type the new name for the folder.
4. Step 4: Press Enter to save the new name.

The app folder will now have the updated name.

Deleting the Folder

If you no longer need an app folder, you can delete it. Please note that deleting the folder will not uninstall or remove the apps within it.

To delete an app folder, follow these steps:

1. Step 1: Right-click on the folder you want to delete.
2. Step 2: Select "Delete" from the context menu.
3. Step 3: Confirm the deletion in the prompt that appears.

The app folder will be permanently deleted from your desktop or Start menu.

Congratulations! You now know how to create and manage app folders in Windows. Keep your apps organized and easily accessible by utilizing this useful feature.