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Folders

A folder is a group of nested child folders and databases. Folders are similar to file directories. Like file directories, folders enable you to organize your databases hierarchically, such as by project, team, or experimental modality.

For example, the video below illustrates how you can use a folder named "Registry" to organize multiple databases for tracking your plasmids and proteins.

Creating a folder​

  1. Select location: In the left sidebar, hover over the desired location for your new folder, click its "+" button, and select the "Folder" option in the dropdown menu that opens.
  2. Enter folder name: In the popup window that opens, enter the desired name for your folder.
  3. Enter folder ID: Enter the desired ID for your folder. This ID can be used to programmatically retrieve the folder and its contents. Each folder must have a unique ID consisting of letters, numbers, underscores and dashes.
  4. Finalize: Click the "Create folder" button.

Editing a folder​

  1. Find your folder: Identify your folder in the left sidebar.
  2. Open settings: Hover over your folder in the left side bar, click its "…" button, and select the "Update" option.
  3. Modify settings: In the popup window that opens, edit the name and ID of the folder.
  4. Save changes: Click the "Update folder" button.

Deleting a folder​

caution

Deleting a folder will remove the folder and all child folders and databases. All data will be permanently lost.

  1. Find your folder: Identify your folder in the left sidebar.
  2. Initiate deletion: Hover over your folder in the left side bar, click its "…" button, and select the "Delete" option.
  3. Confirm deletion: Click the "OK" button.