How to Add New Folders in Windows Vista Explorer

Windows Explorer in Windows Vista lets you navigate the contents of your computer in a user-friendly window. Windows Explorer lets you dig down to a specific folder or drive and then displays the contents of that folder or drive in the right side of the window. Windows Explorer also keeps certain user settings in place, such as those related to the Windows Vista taskbar. You can also create folders within Windows Explorer if you are navigating your computer using the program, rather than closing Windows Explorer and navigating to the location to create the folder.

Instructions

1. Press the "Windows" and "E" keys simultaneously to open Windows Explorer.

2. Navigate to the folder where the subfolders are to be created by clicking the primary folder or icon on the left side of the program window. For example, click "Desktop" to create a subfolder on the desktop, or click "Documents" to create a subfolder under the documents folder. You can also click the "C:" drive to access any folder available on the computer's hard drive.

3. Right-click within an open area on the right side of Windows Explorer where the content of the specific subfolder you selected is displayed to open a context menu. Click "New," then click "Folder" to create a new folder. The name of the new folder will instantly be highlighted and editable.

4. Type a name for the new folder, then press the "Enter" key.