Since many of the classes for my minor in assistive technology overlap, I put all of the files from my assistive technology classes into this folder. This also includes copies of any papers that I write for other classes that are about assistive technology or visual impairment that I could use for a future assignment- for example, I included my final paper from Advanced English Composition about audio description in theater.
For my data science major, I put files from classes I already finished into this folder so I can reference them if needed. I have folders for each of the classes and typically drag them into this folder at the end of the semester. OneDrive automatically organizes my Pictures folder since images taken on my phone and iPad automatically backup to this folder. This is also where images from Microsoft Office Lens are added. This folder contains reference documents or old classwork from classes that are not related to assistive technology or data science.
When I changed my major, I kept a lot of files from my old classes in here, which turned out to be pointless since I never looked at them. So off to the recycling bin they went. I did keep folders from my composition classes and a couple of electives though. However, your kitchen table does not deserve to be a dumping ground for all of these things in the mean time. That is a job for your Inbox. An inbox is a simple tray or stack of trays if you want to get fancy that sits on your desk.
Whenever you get something that needs to be processed later, you put it in the inbox. There it will wait for processing. At least once a week, go through everything in the inbox and decide what needs to be done with each piece — deal with it if it represents a task, like a water bill , digitize it, recycle it, or put it into your main file system.
Now, depending on the type of work you do and classes you attend, your portable file folder can function as either a portable inbox which you clear on a regular basis or a mini file box that actually holds papers for a significant amount of time.
When you get home each day, you can move any papers and end-of-the-world pamphlets you received to your main file box, your inbox, or the recycle bin. Actually, the edge of a folder is more than capable of cutting mustard — but I digress. Instead, look at getting a portable accordion folder I recommend this one from Five Star. These come in tons of different designs, from ones that just have a close-able flap to ones that zip up and have built-in tabs for labels.
All of these have one thing in common: They give you several folders in one slim, compact package, which means they act as a portable file box that you can work out of. The Three-Location System will most likely be all you need for the vast majority of your files, especially if you decide to start digitizing most of them.
However, there are a few potential exceptions. Whenever I buy something and think I should keep the manual, I just toss it in the box. For now, though, the number of manuals I own is small enough that a single box — without folders — works just fine. Remember, sometimes over-optimizing one tiny part of your life takes so much time that your life in general becomes less optimized.
For your very sensitive documents, man. Safety deposit boxes can be rented at most banks for a yearly fee, which can vary from bank to bank and location to location. There are also companies that focus only on safety deposit boxes, and you might find them to be cheaper. Rename only those you use often and want better access to.
As the letter writer suggests, having your files organized can be a big boost to your productivity. Urbanist, feminist, yoga lover, knitter, mum, professor. View all posts by Leslie. Your email address will not be published. Skip to content. May 24, Leslie. Getting organized Dear Leslie, I would love advice on how to better organize multiple projects and documents on the computer to easily find what I am looking for while writing.
Identify the problem Great question! Make it searchable At a more fine-grained level is the issue of document naming. Some are free, like Zotero and some versions of Mendeley.
Others, like Papers and EndNote , are not, though some paid programs may be free through your institution. Personally, I have transferred references from RefWorks to Zotero to Mendeley to EndNote over the past several years without much trouble. Choose a place to keep unread papers.
This folder is more than just a storage space, it should also be a reminder for you to review unread papers. So, set aside some time every few weeks on your calendar if you need to to review papers.
Choose how to keep track of your notes.
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