# Avoid complex folder structures
Deep and complex folder structures come with many issues. Avoid those whenever possible.
Rely on the [[LIFT principle]]. Keep things simple. If you don't, then no need to worry about classifying, filing, filtering, sorting, etc
## Related
- [[Introducing the FILE Framework for Information and Knowledge Management]]
- [[Tags are no better or worse than folders, links or MOCs. They're complementary]]
- [[Challenges with folders and tags]]
- [[Pros and cons of tags]]