Why is Organising Files Important?
- Timesaving: Easily locate documents, photos, and content, increasing productivity.
- Enhanced productivity: Prioritise tasks and streamline workflow.
- Easy retrieval: Quickly find specific files and share them efficiently.
- Backup and security: Safeguard important files and protect against data loss.
- Storage optimisation: Free up space for new files and updates.
- Long-term usability: Manage, sort, and migrate files effectively.
- Establish a personalized file structure, maintain consistency, and regularly tidy up for optimal benefits.
- Reduced stress: Create a structured workspace and reduce digital clutter.
iPad - File Organisation
Using the files app is the best way to organise files on your iPad. It is recommended that students save their files locally on their device, to avoid issues with iCloud.
For more information please view the following website: Organise files and folders in Files on iPad
For more iPad tips for students see our SSHIPS contextually specific YouTube playlist:
Organising Files on your Mac
Using the finder on your Mac is the best way to organise files. It is recommended that students save their files locally on their device, to avoid issues with iCloud.
For more information please view the following website: Organise your files in the Finder on Mac
Organising Files on your Windows Device
Students should use the EQ Accounts to sign into all Microsoft Office software. This will provide them with the option of organising their files locally in File Explorer or through their EQ OneDrive (personal Microsoft accounts and OneDrive will not work on the school network).
For more information please view the following website: Use folders and File Explorer to organise your documents in Microsoft 365