How to Add Tags in Windows Explorer
Adding tags to files in Windows Explorer can greatly enhance your organization and search capabilities. Tags are essentially keywords or labels that you can assign to files to categorize them more effectively. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding tags in Windows Explorer, making it easier for you to manage your files and folders.
Step 1: Open Windows Explorer
To begin, open Windows Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Select the file or folder
Navigate to the file or folder to which you want to add tags. You can select a single file or multiple files/folders by holding down the Ctrl key and clicking on each item.
Step 3: Right-click and choose ‘Properties’
Once you have selected the file or folder, right-click on it and choose ‘Properties’ from the context menu. This will open a new window with various tabs.
Step 4: Go to the ‘Details’ tab
In the Properties window, click on the ‘Details’ tab. This tab contains various metadata and additional information about the file or folder, including the option to add tags.
Step 5: Click on ‘Add’ next to ‘Tags’
Under the ‘Tags’ section, you will see a field labeled ‘Add’. Click on this button to open the ‘Add Tags’ dialog box.
Step 6: Enter the tag and click ‘OK’
In the ‘Add Tags’ dialog box, type the tag you want to assign to the file or folder. You can enter multiple tags by separating them with a comma. Once you have entered the tag(s), click ‘OK’ to save the changes.
Step 7: Repeat for other files or folders
If you have multiple files or folders to tag, repeat steps 2 to 6 for each item.
Step 8: Search using tags
Now that you have added tags to your files and folders, you can use them to search for specific items. In Windows Explorer, click on the search box and type the tag you want to search for. The search results will display all files and folders with that tag.
By following these simple steps, you can easily add tags in Windows Explorer and improve your file organization. This feature can save you time and make it easier to find the files you need.
