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Folders
The folder system in LitigationLabs helps you organize cases, scenarios, and sessions into a logical structure. Effective organization supports efficient practice and easy retrieval of your work.
Understanding Folders
What Folders Contain
Folders can hold:
- Sessions: Your practice sessions for various scenarios
- Case files: Documents you have uploaded
- Custom scenarios: Scenarios you have created or customized
Folder Hierarchy
Folders support nested organization:
My Cases/
├── Contract Disputes/
│ ├── Smith v. Acme Corp/
│ │ ├── Session 1 (Plaintiff)
│ │ ├── Session 2 (Defendant)
│ │ └── Session 3 (Plaintiff - Retry)
│ └── Johnson v. XYZ Inc/
│ └── Session 1 (Plaintiff)
├── Employment Law/
│ └── Williams v. TechStart/
│ └── Session 1 (Defendant)
└── Personal Injury/
└── Davis v. City Transit/
├── Session 1 (Plaintiff)
└── Uploaded Documents/
Default Folder
New content goes to “Uncategorized” if no folder is selected:
- Sessions created without folder selection
- Quick-start sessions
- Items that have not been organized
Creating Folders
From the Case Manager
Open Case Manager
Navigate to Case Manager from the dashboard sidebar.
Click New Folder
Click the “New Folder” button or use the context menu.
Name Your Folder
Enter a descriptive name for the folder.
Choose Location
Select parent folder or create at root level.
Confirm
Click “Create” to finalize the folder.
Folder Naming Conventions
Effective folder names:
| Good | Why |
|---|
| ”Contract Disputes - 2024” | Clear category and time scope |
| ”Smith v. Acme” | Specific case identification |
| ”Cross-Examination Practice” | Describes purpose |
| Avoid | Why |
|---|
| ”Stuff” | Not descriptive |
| ”New Folder (1)“ | Default name, unclear |
| ”asdf” | Meaningless |
Organizing Content
Moving Items to Folders
Organize existing content:
Select Items
In Case Manager, select the items to move (sessions, files, etc.).
Open Move Dialog
Right-click and select “Move to Folder” or use the menu.
Choose Destination
Navigate to or select the target folder.
Confirm Move
Click “Move” to complete the operation.
Drag and Drop
For quick organization:
- Drag items directly onto folder icons
- Drop to move items
- Drag to subfolder for nested organization
Bulk Operations
Organize multiple items at once:
- Select multiple items using Shift+Click or Ctrl+Click
- Apply operations to all selected items
- Move, delete, or tag in bulk
Folder Properties
Folder Colors
Assign colors for visual organization:
- Click folder settings
- Choose from available colors
- Color appears on folder icon
| Color | Suggested Use |
|---|
| Blue | Active cases |
| Green | Completed/Successful |
| Yellow | In progress |
| Red | Priority/Urgent |
| Gray | Archived |
Folder Icons
Some folders may have custom icons:
- Case type indicators
- Status markers
- Custom identifiers
Navigating Folders
Breadcrumb Navigation
Track your location in the hierarchy:
My Cases > Contract Disputes > Smith v. Acme Corp
Search Within Folders
Find content quickly:
- Search box filters current folder view
- Search by name, date, or type
- Results show matching items
Quick Access
Frequently used folders appear in quick access:
- Recent folders
- Starred/favorited folders
- Pinned folders
Session Organization
During Session Creation
Choose a folder when starting a session:
- Select scenario
- Choose side
- Select folder in the folder picker modal
- Start session
Folder Picker Modal
The modal allows you to:
- Browse existing folders
- Create new folder inline
- Select destination
- Skip to use default folder
Automatic Organization
Sessions are automatically associated with:
- Selected folder (if chosen)
- Scenario relationship
- Date and time created
Managing Folders
Renaming Folders
To rename:
- Right-click the folder
- Select “Rename”
- Enter new name
- Press Enter or click Confirm
Deleting Folders
Deleting a folder moves its contents to Uncategorized. This action cannot be undone. Review folder contents before deleting.
- Ensure folder contents should be removed or moved
- Right-click the folder
- Select “Delete”
- Confirm deletion
Folder Archival
For folders you want to keep but hide:
- Move to an “Archive” folder
- Mark as archived (if supported)
- Archived folders remain accessible but are hidden from primary view
Use Cases
By Case Type
Organize by practice area:
Cases/
├── Contract/
├── Tort/
├── Employment/
├── Criminal/
└── Family/
By Time Period
Organize chronologically:
Practice Sessions/
├── 2024/
│ ├── Q1/
│ ├── Q2/
│ ├── Q3/
│ └── Q4/
└── 2025/
By Skill Focus
Organize by learning objective:
Skill Development/
├── Direct Examination/
├── Cross-Examination/
├── Objection Practice/
├── Evidence Introduction/
└── Expert Witnesses/
By Project
Organize for specific matters:
Bar Exam Prep/
├── Practice Tests/
├── Weak Areas/
└── Final Review/
Best Practices
Create Structure Early
Establish organization before accumulating content:
- Plan your folder hierarchy
- Create top-level categories
- Add subfolders as needed
Be Consistent
Apply naming conventions consistently:
- Use same format across folders
- Maintain logical groupings
- Keep hierarchy depth manageable (3-4 levels max)
Review Periodically
Maintain organization over time:
- Archive completed or old content
- Delete unnecessary folders
- Reorganize as practice focus changes
Use Descriptive Names
Names should convey content:
- Include case names when applicable
- Note time periods or dates
- Describe purpose or focus
Don’t Over-Organize
Balance structure with usability:
- Too many folders creates friction
- Too few folders creates clutter
- Find the middle ground that works for you
