What’s the best folder structure for managing personal vs. work documents?

A clear separation between personal and work documents simplifies organization. Start with two primary folders—"Personal" and "Work"—then create subfolders based on categories like projects, finances, or hobbies. For work, use consistent names for clients, departments, or recurring tasks; for personal files, group by themes like travel, health, or photos. This hierarchical approach minimizes clutter and speeds up retrieval.

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