Working with Hanging Files and File Folders

Although I try to “go digital” with most of my family’s household and business files, I’m fully aware that most people still rely on good ol’ fashioned paper files to stay organized. As a professional organizer, I do a lot of “hands-on” file work with my clients in and around San Antonio, Texas and have found that paper files, while still “king of the paper jungle”, can be tamed a bit by using the various types of file folders available today.

It’s one thing to talk about various types of files and folders, but it certainly helps to have a good visual representation. So, I did a quick 2 minute video to give you a few basics to help you get started with taming your files by using different styles of file folders based upon your individual situation. I also give some tips on working with file folder tabs, too. In this video you’ll find 3 “handy” quick tips for using file folders (I guess I got a little carried away with the word “handy” in this video though so you may get a little chuckle at my expense). I’ll introduce you to box bottom hanging file folders (my absolute favorite are Smead Box Bottom Hanging File Folders), using manilla folders along with your hanging folders, and you’ll get a few recommendations for using tabs based on how you use your hanging files.

So, there you have it! Enjoy the video and if you’re watching it on the Get Simplifized YouTube channel don’t forget to subscribe!

Oh, and if you live in or around San Antonio, Texas and are finally ready to simplify and organize your life, don’t wait! Give me give me a call at (210) 692-4063 or email me at vanessa@getsimplifized.com. Sometimes having a Professional Organizer help you get started can make all the difference in the world.