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How to add a new folder to Android

1. Press Home
2. find an empty space on a home screen
3. tap [+] , or long-press on the Home screen
4. Add To Home will open
5. Select Folder
6. Select New Folder
7. Folder will appear on screen

How to add a “Live” folder to Android

1. follow steps above
2. but don’t select New Folder — select any of the other options
   • Android Developers: Introducing Live Folders

How to delete (or remove) folder

1. long-press on the folder
2. Drag item to re-arrange or remove should appear at top of screen
3. drag folder to Remove at bottom of screen

How to rename folder

1. tap folder
2. folder will open
3. long-press on folder-name (default = Folder)
4. Rename folder entry window will appear

Some things you can’t do with folders

1. you can’t put a folder in another folder
2. you can’t put a widget in a folder

Not enough room for more folder or shortcuts?

Try Multicon (review link). While not directly related to folders, this highly configurable widget lets you put more icons (apps, shortcuts, and some system tools) on your homescreen. Like a folder, it can be used to maximize screen real-estate. (Also available via AppBrain)

See Also

How to Add Contact Shortcuts to Your Android Phone
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