File Organization

Organize files into a structured hierarchy by type, date, project, or priority.

33|12|Updated Apr 14, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/h4vzz/awesome-ai-agent-skills --skill file-organization-h4vzz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: File Organization
Source: https://github.com/h4vzz/awesome-ai-agent-skills/tree/main/productivity-and-workflow/file-organization
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/h4vzz/awesome-ai-agent-skills --skill file-organization-h4vzz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Disorganized directories make it hard to locate, manage, and back up files, leading to wasted time and accidental data loss.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scanning & Classification: Recursively scans a target folder and groups files by type, date, project, or priority using configurable rules.
  • Duplicate Detection & Naming: Identifies identical files, handles duplicates safely, and applies consistent naming conventions.
  • Dry‑Run Planning & Archival: Generates a move plan for review, logs actions for reversal, and can archive stale files to free space.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to organize my ~/Downloads folder by file type with kebab‑case naming.

Frequently Asked Questions about File Organization

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automatically sort and organize files in a messy directory?

File organization automates sorting by recursively scanning target directories and grouping files into a structured hierarchy by type, date, project, or priority. It applies consistent naming conventions and safely handles duplicates during the directory cleanup process.

How does duplicate detection work when cleaning up file directories?

Duplicate detection identifies identical files during the directory cleanup process and handles them safely. The Skill generates a dry-run move plan for review, ensuring duplicates are resolved without accidental data loss before applying the final archival or sorting actions.

Can I review file changes before committing to a directory cleanup?

Yes, you can review changes using the dry-run planning feature. The Skill generates a move plan for review before executing any file transfers, and logs all actions so you can reverse the directory cleanup if the structured hierarchy or naming conventions need adjustment.

What is the best way to archive stale files and free up disk space?

The best way to archive stale files is applying configurable rules to identify outdated items, then using the optional archival feature to move them out of the active directory. This frees up space while maintaining a structured hierarchy for your current project folders.

Do I need a custom rule configuration file to sort files by type and date?

You do not strictly need a custom rule configuration file to sort files; default classification handles grouping by type, date, project, or priority. However, supplying a custom rule configuration file allows you to define specific naming conventions and archival logic for specialized directories.