How to Create Folders in Windows 11

1Create a Folder Using the 🖱️ Right-Click Menu

Creating a folder in Windows 11 using the 🖱️ right-click menu is super simple. Just go to where you want the new folder, right-click on an empty spot, choose ‘New,’ and then click ‘Folder.’ It’s a fast way to keep your files tidy.

1. Go to the spot where you want the folder — your Desktop, inside another folder, or on a drive.
2. 🖱️ Right-click on an empty space (not on a file or icon).
3. From the menu, hover over New.
4. Click Folder.
5. You will see a new folder pop up, ready for you to name it. Just type the name you want and press Enter.

So, it’s: right-click, choose New, then Folder.

2Create a Folder Using 📁 File Explorer’s Command Bar

You can create a new folder in Windows 11 right from 📁 File Explorer using its command bar. Just open File Explorer, go to the spot where you want the folder, click the ‘New’ button at the top, and then select ‘Folder’ from the list.

1. Open 📁 File Explorer by clicking its icon 🖥️ on the taskbar or pressing Win + E on your keyboard.
2. Go to the place where you want the new folder.
3. Click the New button near the top.
4. Select Folder from the dropdown.
5. Type a name for your folder and press Enter.

Click “New” then “Folder” in 📁 File Explorer.

3Create a Folder Using a Keyboard Shortcut

If you like using your keyboard, you can create a new folder in Windows 11 really fast. Just press Ctrl+Shift+N all at the same time in the location where you want the folder to appear, and it will pop right up.

1. Open the location where you want the new folder (like Desktop or inside 📁 File Explorer).
2. Press Ctrl + Shift + N at the same time.
3. A new folder will appear. Just type the name and press Enter.

A new folder appears, ready for you to name it, right after you press Ctrl+Shift+N.

4Create a Folder Using Windows Terminal (Command Prompt)

You can create a folder in Windows 11 using the Command Prompt in Windows Terminal. First, open Command Prompt, then type ‘cd’ followed by the path to where you want the folder, and press Enter. Next, type ‘mkdir’ and the name you want for your new folder, then press Enter again.

1. Open Windows Terminal or Command Prompt by typing cmd in 🔍 the search box and clicking the app.
2. Type cd Documents (or another folder path) and press Enter. This moves you to the folder where you want the new folder.
3. Type mkdir NewFolder and press Enter. Replace NewFolder with your folder name.
4. The folder will be created in that location.

cd Documents
mkdir NewFolder

5Create a Folder Using Windows PowerShell

Windows PowerShell is another way to create folders in Windows 11 using commands. Open PowerShell, use ‘cd’ to get to the right location, and then type ‘New-Item -Type Directory -Name “FolderName”‘, replacing ‘FolderName’ with your desired name, and press Enter.

1. Open Windows PowerShell by searching in the ⊞ Start menu.
2. Use cd to go to the folder where you want your new folder.
3. Type this command and press Enter:

New-Item -Type Directory -Name "FolderName"

Type your desired folder name where it says FolderName.

Quick Tips

• Give your folders clear names so you know what’s inside.
• Keep your desktop and files organized for easier access.
• Try different ways and pick what feels easiest for you!

Summary

• Folders help keep your files neat and easy to find.
• You can create folders by right-clicking, using 📁 File Explorer, keyboard shortcuts, or commands.
• Using descriptive folder names makes your computer more organized.
• Knowing how to make folders is a helpful skill for everyone who uses a Windows PC.

Folders are great for keeping your files organized and easy to find on your Windows 11 computer. You can create them using simple methods like right-clicking, 📁 File Explorer, keyboard shortcuts, or even command-line tools like Command Prompt and PowerShell.