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IS.6 Organize Information and Files

Manage info (e.g. organize and store it in a reasonable manner, use agents and filters)

In My Life

I can manage and organize my files by creating a system of folders and subfolders in my cloud storage.

In My Work

I can apply file-naming strategies used by my team or organization (e.g., adding dates and version numbers to filenames) to make it easier for others to locate files I've created.

In My Education

I can use the "star" feature to make it easy to find a class folder in my cloud storage.

As a Teacher/Trainer

I can use an advanced search feature to locate a file, narrowing my search by things like file type, owner, name, etc.

Explore Learning Activities

Google Drive: Sharing and Collaborating

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Learn how to share and collaborate on Google Drive files.

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IS.6 Organize Information and Files
CO.2 Collaborate with Technology

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/googlespreadsheets/

https://youtu.be/xapBM5iOnn4

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/googlespreadsheets/sharing-and-collaborating/1/

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Getting Started with Google Drive

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Get started using Google Drive.

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Lesson

IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/googlespreadsheets/

https://youtu.be/P7555XLfHgs

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/googlespreadsheets/getting-started-with-google-drive/1/

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Bookmarking in Safari

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Learn how to bookmark in Safari.

Video
Lesson

EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
IS.2 Access Information Sources
IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/safari/

https://youtu.be/dvjJjFqL7w0

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/safari/bookmarking-in-safari/1/

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Windows Basics: Finding Files on Your Computer

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Use these tips to find files on your computer.

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Lesson

EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.5 Use Search Strategies
EF.6 Save and Find Documents
IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

https://youtu.be/GtGVItw89NM

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/finding-files-on-your-computer/1/

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Windows Basics: Working with Files

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Learn how to use the Windows file system to work with files more easily.

Lesson
Video

EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

https://youtu.be/BY1y_RQxIdg

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/working-with-files/1/

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Windows Basics

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Learn how to navigate, find and send files, use shortcuts, and do more in Windows.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
DO.2 Find Technical Support
EF.6 Save and Find Documents
IS.5 Use Search Strategies
DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
EF.1 Use Accessibility Features
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-AMXTVUZLE9s-XsyUtIsbw&si=t-XBClAtQViGrGAx

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

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macOS Basics: Finding Files on Your Computer

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Here's how to find files on your macOS computer.

Lesson
Video

EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
EF.6 Save and Find Documents

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

https://youtu.be/4t058bpC_ew

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/finding-files-on-your-computer/1/

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macOS Basics: Working with Files

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Learn how to work with files in macOS.

Video
Lesson

EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
EF.6 Save and Find Documents

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

https://youtu.be/4f_ZflJk-90

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/working-with-files/1/

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macOS Basics

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Whether you're using macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or Yosemite, you can learn some things from this free macOS Basics tutorial.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.4 Use the Mouse
EF.6 Save and Find Documents

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt_SeSKzH6kFPAnvDjaAQZ7x&si=6TTHGG17piwtzMcd

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

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Edge: Adding and Managing Favorites

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Learn how to add and manage favorites in Microsoft Edge.

Video
Lesson

EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
IS.2 Access Information Sources
IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/edge/

https://youtu.be/mOfCFHcSZYM

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/edge/adding-and-managing-favorites/1/

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Microsoft Edge

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Learn all about using and customizing Edge for a better browser experience.

Course/Tutorial

EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
IS.2 Access Information Sources
EF.6 Save and Find Documents
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
EF.12 Protect My Privacy on Shared Devices

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-P9jsCBw5fDmVir45Qr4h1&si=YJmRt4rUm-N_mUxB

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/edge/

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Bookmarking in Firefox

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Learn how to bookmark your favorites in Firefox.

Lesson
Video

EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
IS.2 Access Information Sources
IS.6 Organize Information and Files

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/firefox/

https://youtu.be/sXoKSD8QJEA

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/firefox/bookmarking-in-firefox/1/

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