Quick answer: To create a folder on a Chromebook, open the Files app, go to Downloads or Google Drive, then right-click an empty area and choose New folder. You can also press Ctrl + E from any location in the Files app to make a folder instantly.
What you need before you start
- A Chromebook running ChromeOS.
- The built-in Files app (installed on every Chromebook).
- A Google account signed in if you want to create folders in Google Drive.
- Time needed: about one minute.
How do I create a folder on a Chromebook?
Folders are created inside the Files app, not on the Chromebook desktop. ChromeOS does not let you place folders on the desktop, so everything lives in the Files app.
- Open the Files app from the Chromebook launcher.
- Go to the location where you want the new folder, such as Downloads or Google Drive.
- Right-click an empty area and choose New folder.
- Type a name for the folder and press Enter.
Is there a keyboard shortcut for a new folder?
Yes. Inside the Files app, press Ctrl + E to create a new folder in whatever location you are viewing. Type a name and press Enter. This is the fastest way once you know where you want the folder.
Frequently asked questions
Can I create a folder on the Chromebook desktop?
No. ChromeOS does not support folders or files directly on the desktop. You create and manage all folders inside the Files app instead.
Can I make folders inside Google Drive from the Files app?
Yes. Open the Google Drive section in the Files app, go to the folder you want, and use right-click, New folder or Ctrl + E. The folder syncs to your Google Drive account.
How do I rename the folder later?
Right-click the folder and choose Rename, or select it and press Ctrl + Enter. Type the new name and press Enter.
Wrapping up
Creating folders on a Chromebook is quick once you know it all happens in the Files app. Right-click and choose New folder, or press Ctrl + E, and organize your Downloads or Google Drive however you like.
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