So when are we covering an application to create new files faster ?

flash2004

I couldn't get it to install. I keep getting a "Problem with importing SHLockShared function" error every time I attempt to run it.

I'm using Vista Home Premium. Tried both versions of the program.

wickedcupofjoe

what's wrong with the command line? Win+R 'cmd' '> mkdir C:\these\are\some\new\directories'

GilbertErik

@wickedcupofjoe: yep no vista support, bummer.

Swizzler121

"This version works only with 2k/xp/2k3 (no nt 4.0 and 9x - sorry)" Directly from the site. No Vista Support.

Darn I was just about to make my music repository neat.

BigDASH

Well I got the same problem wickedcupofjoe had.
:(

f0vela

If Alt+W+F+W worked instantly, I wouldn't have a problem with it. But the thing that really slows down the process in Windows Explorer (at least in XP), is the fact that when you choose "New..." (either with the right mouse button, or the File menu), it has to figure out what file types are registered on your system. So along with "Folder" and "Shortcut", Windows builds a list of other object, like "Bitmap Image", "Microsoft Word Document", "Text Document", etc. On my system, there are 17 document types. Often this list is cached, but sometimes, it can take over 5 seconds for this list to even appear.

I often wish Microsoft had dedicated a hotkey (like CTRL+N) for "New Folder".

zkam

I've been using an AutoHotKey script to do this for quite some time. It was always simple in the days of yesteryear on a mac to command+N anytime I needed a folder. The script allows me to do the same.

However, this app might be better, especially if it is portable.

Here's the script:
$^n:: ; Ctrl+N hotkey
WinGetClass, active_class, A
if active_class in Progman
{
Send, {SHIFT}+{F10}w{enter}
return
}
else if active_class in ExploreWClass,CabinetWClass
{
Send, !fw{enter}
return
}
else ; For all other window types, send a normal Control-N.
{
Send ^n
return
}
$^f:: ; Ctrl+F hotkey
WinGetClass, active_class, A
if active_class in ExploreWClass,CabinetWClass,IEFrame
{
Send, !veff{enter}
return
}
else ; For all other window types, send a normal Control-N.
{
Send ^f
return
}

markwms

@GilbertErik: That involves cmd.

EricCartman

Or you can do it in Visual Basic Script:
strFolderName = InputBox("Enter New Folder Name")
Set objFSO = CreateObject("Scripting.FileSystemObject")
Set objFolder = objFSO.CreateFolder(strFolderName)

bobbo33

Most of you probably aren't old enough to remember the dyas of PCTools (v.10?) for windows95, but I still to this day miss how you could just hit the insert key in their souped up filemgr to create a folder. That its still onerous to make a folder in Vista shows how little MS cares about making it facile to organize files. (OS X is no better in this regard, either)

fuppeduck

Here's another solution, use an alternative file manager like xplorer^2, which has F7 new file, and F8 new folder hotkeys.

Medlir

Here's another option: Create a shortcut to a batch file with this in it: md "C:\Documents and Settings\[User Name]\Desktop\NewFolder"

I am using Ctrl-Shift-Alt-N as my shortcut key. It will create a shortcut on your desktop (with what ever user name you have), but it IS only a shortcut away.

mrthermister

@BigDASH: Well, duh, right? LOL Sometimes I get ahead of myself and am quick with the downloading click. ;)

Would have been awesome had it worked though -- never understood why this is such a task to do.

wickedcupofjoe

Why not use a file manager?

TheHacker

@bobbo33: Needs a little error management. I'd add "On Error Resume Next" as a first line to prevent no entry and cancellation events, but I like yours better than mine.

mrthermister

In vista all you have to do is click organize and then click new folder. Even in XP, it isn't a very difficult task. I just don't see the need to install all these programs that really don't add much functionality.

OmegaRed59

I need a keyboard shortcut to help me remember all my keyboard shortcuts.

So all this time, the guy who invented CTL+ALT+DEL was ahead of his time. Who'da thunk it?

Beestie

I've been dealing with this small, but annoying, issue for at least 10 years, why does Microsoft refuse to listen to us? I've tried a couple of these Explorer add-ons and they all had strange quirks. I finally abandoned Windows Explore for replacement xplorer². Now I have Control-N to create a new folder and even have a button to do this in my toolbar.

Get xplorer² (free version available) you'll be amazed at the little feature adding utilities for Windows Explorer that you will no longer need.
[zabkat.com]

LifeHacker Article
[lifehacker.com]

pschroeter

seconding xplorer2. i have a button that i click to make a new folder.

MagicMT

I remember i used to set up a Folder with a "New Folder" in it as a Toolbar in the windows Taskbar and whenever i want a new folder i just drag a new copy of it (ctrl drag) to the folder i want a new folder in. [i302.photobucket.com] I would remove the Show Text and Show Title options so its just an icon of a folder. Granted i still have to use the mouse and a keyboard shortcut would be easier.. but it beats having to right click and deal with that "New" dialogue.

jesus_bon_jovi

@markwms: That's fantastic. Thanks for sharing your script!

wayne

[www.baxbex.com]

I use it and it works fine. supports only up to xp though.

just press F12 to add a new folder.

qrius

I love this program. Small and provides a function I've been yearning for.

EricGlock

So what's wrong with all your keyboards? Just press the context menu button (besides right-ctrl), then n, then enter - and you have a new folder. It's so easy and I wonder for what you need a extra tool. By the way, you should take a look at the AHK-collection ac'tivAid from the german computer magazine c't: [www.heise.de] There will you find a small script "New folder" with the hotkey strg-N - and you're done.

(Sorry for errors, english is just my third language)

gordon08

bxNewFolder from BExBEx basically does the same thing as MdAxel. It utilizes the F12 key to create a new folder.

Most importantly, it works without a hitch in Vista (32-bit at least). I've been using it for about 4 months without an issue.

KTMitch

I find myself scrolling through the comments for an AHK script for ALL these little programs. Thanks Markwms!!

CLallo4444

I just remembered. It's 'templates' in the TweakUI Powertoy.

Terry

@zkam: There's a way to edit the list that pops up for 'new'. I don't remember how to do it off the top of my head, but I think I saw something about here at Lifehacker. Jason? Can you field this one?

Terry

I agree with qrius that the program from baxbex.com is great. For those wanting to read about it first (the link qrius provided goes directly to the installation file), here's the link to the product page:

[www.baxbex.com]

Just scroll down to bxNewFolder.

In addition to the hotkey, it puts a "new folder" button in your explorer window. Very sweet!

pale_blue_eyes

As far as organizing music, ditch that program! You NEED to be looking at foobar2000! You can easily move your music into folders based on the tags of the file.

For example, it could easily move all of your music (it will create any missing folders along the way) to

D:\Music\%genre%\%artist%\%album%

Or any other folder structure you can think of. It can rename the files based on tags too. :)

MkFly

Here is my Autohotkey script:
#IfWinActive ahk_class ExploreWClass
^n::
#IfWinActive ahk_class CabinetWClass
^n::
Send, !fw{enter}
return

It doesn't handle Progman like Markwms does, but I don't user progman, so this one works for me. It handles the cases of launching via win+e and my computer.

Ryan Fisher

For multiple folders it's hard to beat mkdir from the command line. As in mkdir folder1 folder2 folder3 to create three folders.

Henry94

ALZip is better for this, it adds an option to the right-click menu that allows for a one-click creation of a new folder.

az060693

AutoHotKey is the way to go on stuff like this. Why, oh why, would anyone install some crazy specialized application just for this?

rodj