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How do I create, rename, or delete a folder?

Scriptation folders let you organize your scripts, call sheets, schedules, and production documents in one place. Create, rename, and delete folders from the File Browser on iPad or iPhone.

📝 NOTE: This video shows a slightly older user interface but the instructions are still accurate.

📝 NOTE: Mac users — see Where are my files stored? (Mac) to learn about folders on Mac.

To get started, tap the three-bar File Browser icon at the upper left of the screen:

Creating a New Folder

Tap the three-dot icon at the upper right of the panel:

Tap New Folder:

✅ TIP: Industry Pro users with connected cloud accounts can manage folders within those cloud accounts. Select a connection before tapping the three-dot icon.

Type the folder name and tap Save:

The new folder appears in your File Browser:

⚠️ HEADS UP: Folders created in Scriptation aren't available in the Files app or other file-browsing apps. They're only accessible through Scriptation.

Adding Subfolders

Select the parent folder (in this example, "Episode 101");

Tap the three-dot icon at the upper right;

Tap New Folder:

Name the folder and tap Save:

The subfolder appears inside the parent:

Editing Folders

Tap the three-dot icon next to any folder to display folder management options:

Rename — replace the folder's current name;
Move / Copy — relocate or duplicate this folder. To relocate multiple files and folders, see How to copy or move files and folders;
Add to Favorites — places a shortcut to this folder in the Favorites section of the File Browser. See How do I use Favorite Folders?;
Delete — removes the folder from the File Browser.

⚠️ HEADS UP: Any files in a deleted folder will also be deleted.

What's Next

How to copy or move files and folders

How do I use Favorite Folders?

How to sync files across devices with Cloud Storage

Updated on: 16/06/2026

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