Kick off the new year with a clean digital slate! In today's blog post, we're sharing 6 simple tech tips to help you declutter, organize, and take control of your digital life.
1. Create a Go-To Spot for Your Files
Instead of letting things pile up, set up a space where new files land before being moved to their proper folders. To stay on top of old files, block out a quick weekly cleanup to organize and delete what you don't need.
2. Follow the Two Minute Rule
If you can edit, move, or rename a file in less than two minutes, go ahead and do it immediately. It's a quick win that saves you time later and helps keep your workspace organized without the extra effort.
3. Color Code Your Folders
Assign colors to your folders (if your system allows it) to separate categories like Work, Personal, Projects, or Archive. These cues make it easier to find what you need while lowering your mental load.
4. Declutter Your Browser
Organize your browser bookmarks into folders and delete the ones you never use. For webpages and articles you want to read later, save them to a reading list instead of leaving tabs open.
5. Clean up Your Cloud
Remove duplicate files in your Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox to free up space and improve performance. Organize folders so everything has a clear place and archive old projects to keep your files easy to find.
6. Declutter Your Email
Unsubscribe from the emails you never read, set up filters or folders for the important emails you don't want to lose. Archive or delete anything that doesn't need action. These small tips help you stay on top of your inbox while also keeping storage free.