# Workflows Nested Folders > In the Automations > Workflows section you can create and nest folders to better organize your workflows, improve communication, and streamline… - Source: https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/workflows/getting-started-w-workflows/workflows-nested-folders - Section: Workflows / Getting Started w/ Workflows - Reading time: 4 min - Images: 8, each explained below - Modified on Wed, 29 Jan, 2025 at 7:21 PM --- In the Automations > Workflows section you can create and nest folders to better organize your workflows, improve communication, and streamline operations. --- **TABLE OF CONTENTS** - [What Are Nested Folders?](#what-are-nested-folders) - [Creating and Managing Nested Folders](#creating-and-managing-nested-folders) - [Permissions for Nested Folders](#permissions-for-nested-folders) - [Best Practices for Using Nested Folders](#best-practices-for-using-nested-folders) - [Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions) --- # **What Are Nested Folders?** You can create folders to hold workflows. You can also hold folders inside of folders. We call this "nesting" the folders. You can have multiple levels of folders creating a hierarchy of workflows. This "tree" organization makes it much easier to scale than a simple "flat" list of all workflows. We will cover how to create and use nested folders, set permissions, and follow best practices for optimal organization. --- ## **Creating and Managing Nested Folders** **Step 1:** Navigate to Workflows ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 1 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685369/original/igKWm6muIo6K5bAzMOzFVq-Cr8ls5ePgCA.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 1 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: You can create folders to hold workflows. You can also hold folders inside of folders. We call this "nesting" the folders. You can have multiple levels of folders creating a hierarchy of workflows. This "tree" organization makes it much easier to scale than a simple "flat" list of all workflows…. Immediately after, the guide continues: In the Workflows section click the Create Folder button, type the name of the new folder, and click save. - What this covers: You can create folders to hold workflows. You can also hold folders inside of folders. We call this "nesting" the folders. You can have multiple levels of folders creating a hierarchy of workflows. This "tree" organization makes it much easier to scale than a simple "flat" list of all workflows. We will cover how to create and use nested folders, set permissions, and follow best practices for optimal organization. - Next: In the Workflows section click the Create Folder button, type the name of the new folder, and click save. **Step 2:** Create a new folder In the Workflows section click the Create Folder button, type the name of the new folder, and click save. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 2 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685387/original/tB4LV08hSDUO_EhM4YQHaxXVaE_OtQ1QuQ.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 2 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: In the Workflows section click the Create Folder button, type the name of the new folder, and click save. Immediately after, the guide continues: To create a nested folder simply click into a folder to open it and then click Create Folder and follow the same steps. The new folder will be nested inside the existing folder. - What to fill in: In the Workflows section click the Create Folder button, type the name of the new folder, and click save. - Next: To create a nested folder simply click into a folder to open it and then click Create Folder and follow the same steps. The new folder will be nested inside the existing folder. **Step 3:** Create a nested folder To create a nested folder simply click into a folder to open it and then click Create Folder and follow the same steps. The new folder will be nested inside the existing folder. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 3 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685411/original/_1zresCB1kBURk1xC8liwq12zde7-28Ssw.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 3 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: To create a nested folder simply click into a folder to open it and then click Create Folder and follow the same steps. The new folder will be nested inside the existing folder. Immediately after, the guide continues: Step 4a: Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Workflow List. - What to click: To create a nested folder simply click into a folder to open it and then click Create Folder and follow the same steps. The new folder will be nested inside the existing folder. - Next: Step 4a: Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Workflow List **Step 4a:** Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Workflow List Navigate to the workflow/folder you want to move and click the three dots menu on the right-hand side of the line. Then click Move To Folder in the menu that appears. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 4 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685443/original/XDdAegIGgj0OFCIar9latzn032OImw-Hxg.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 4 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: Navigate to the workflow/folder you want to move and click the three dots menu on the right-hand side of the line. Then click Move To Folder in the menu that appears. Immediately after, the guide continues: Step 4b: Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Move Menu. - Where to go: Navigate to the workflow/folder you want to move and click the three dots menu on the right-hand side of the line. Then click Move To Folder in the menu that appears. - Next: Step 4b: Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Move Menu **Step 4b:** Move a workflow/folder to another folder - Move Menu After clicking Move to Folder a new modal will appear on top of the window. Navigate to the target folder, select it, and click Move Here. Or use the New Folder button to create the folder you want. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 5 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685498/original/kVMQmsPqh0bqfiwcVzSMW_POAA-Q3hWFig.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 5 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: After clicking Move to Folder a new modal will appear on top of the window. Navigate to the target folder, select it, and click Move Here. Or use the New Folder button to create the folder you want. Immediately after, the guide continues: Step 5a: Rename a workflow/folder - Workflow List. - What to choose: After clicking Move to Folder a new modal will appear on top of the window. Navigate to the target folder, select it, and click Move Here. Or use the New Folder button to create the folder you want. - Next: Step 5a: Rename a workflow/folder - Workflow List **Step 5a:** Rename a workflow/folder - Workflow List To change the name of a folder, first navigate to the folder, and then click the three dot menu, then click Rename Folder. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 6 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685528/original/a8MnAeI9hP5cYpOozHLF_awZMrTVypiwaA.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 6 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: To change the name of a folder, first navigate to the folder, and then click the three dot menu, then click Rename Folder. Immediately after, the guide continues: Step 5b: Rename a workflow/folder - Rename Modal. - What to click: To change the name of a folder, first navigate to the folder, and then click the three dot menu, then click Rename Folder. - Next: Step 5b: Rename a workflow/folder - Rename Modal **Step 5b:** Rename a workflow/folder - Rename Modal Once you've clicked Rename Folder, just type the new name into the field and click save. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 7 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685558/original/YeDE-ebZFiReIFZVTsacs9FGYsFK0lZIAw.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 7 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: Once you've clicked Rename Folder, just type the new name into the field and click save. Immediately after, the guide continues: If you no longer want a folder, you can delete it. It's easy, you just click the three dot menu next to the folder and click Delete Folder. When you're ready, click Delete. - What to fill in: Once you've clicked Rename Folder, just type the new name into the field and click save. - Next: If you no longer want a folder, you can delete it. It's easy, you just click the three dot menu next to the folder and click Delete Folder. When you're ready, click Delete. **Step 6:** Delete a folder If you no longer want a folder, you can delete it. It's easy, you just click the three dot menu next to the folder and click Delete Folder. When you're ready, click Delete. Deleting a folder WILL NOT delete the folders and workflows inside of it. They will all be moved up a level. ![Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 8 of 8)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155040685618/original/BwT_ygUpbN3ApInsI-ewubEVlMtyxLXczw.png) **Creating and Managing Nested Folders (image 8 of 8)** This screenshot appears in the "Creating and Managing Nested Folders" section of "Workflows Nested Folders". The text alongside this image reads: Deleting a folder WILL NOT delete the folders and workflows inside of it. They will all be moved up a level. Immediately after, the guide continues: Proper permission management is critical when organizing workflows within nested folders. GHL Customer Care offers robust controls to ensure team members have appropriate access. - What this covers: Deleting a folder WILL NOT delete the folders and workflows inside of it. They will all be moved up a level. - Next: Proper permission management is critical when organizing workflows within nested folders. GHL Customer Care offers robust controls to ensure team members have appropriate access. --- ## **Permissions for Nested Folders** Proper permission management is critical when organizing workflows within nested folders. GHL Customer Care offers robust controls to ensure team members have appropriate access. 1. **Role-Based Access:** Permissions to view, edit, or manage folders depend on the user’s role (e.g., Admin, Sub-User). - Admin users have full control, including creating, deleting, and moving folders. - Sub-users may have restricted access based on settings configured by the admin. 2. **Inherited Permissions:** - Nested folders typically inherit permissions from their parent folder. - Users can customize permissions at the individual folder level if necessary. 3. **View-Only vs. Full Control:** - Users can be assigned **view-only access** (for monitoring workflows without making changes) or **full control** (for creating and editing workflows). 4. **Collaboration Considerations:** - When collaborating on workflows, ensure that only authorized users have access to critical workflows within folders. - Shared permissions prevent unauthorized modifications and accidental deletions. 5. **Implications of Moving or Deleting a Folder:** - When a folder is moved, its permissions may be retained or adjusted based on the new location. - Deleting a folder will remove its contents unless workflows are reassigned to another folder. For detailed instructions, refer to the [Workflow Folder Permission article](https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/workflows/workflow-builder/workflow-folder-permission). --- ## **Best Practices for Using Nested Folders** To make the most out of nested folders, consider these organizational tips: - **Group Workflows by Purpose:** Create top-level folders for broad categories such as Marketing Campaigns, Client Projects, or Internal Processes. Use nested folders within these categories to further separate workflows by campaign, client, or phase. - **Limit Folder Depth:** Avoid creating excessively deep folder structures, as this can make it harder to locate workflows quickly. A maximum of 2-3 levels is recommended. - **Set Permissions Strategically:** For sensitive or high-impact workflows, use restricted permissions to limit access to only key team members. - **Regularly Audit Folder Organization:** Periodically review folder structures to ensure they remain relevant and efficient. Archive or delete unused workflows and folders as needed. - **Leverage Search and Filters:** If your folder structure becomes large, use the search and filter options within GHL Customer Care to quickly locate specific workflows. --- ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **Q: What happens if I delete a nested folder?** A: Deleting a folder will move all of the folders and files inside it up a level. **Q: Can I share specific folders with external users or clients?** A: Folder sharing is limited to internal users with the appropriate permissions. **Q: Are there any limitations on how many folders I can create?** A: There is no fixed limit, but we recommend keeping the structure manageable for ease of access and maintenance. ## --- Documentation for GHL Customer Care. Support: support@ghlcustomercare.com