How to Create New Folder on a Mac

Creating a new folder will become second nature after reading this quick guide. Learning how to create a new folder on a Mac will help you keep all your files more organized. There are three different ways to make a new folder on the Mac and we will cover them all so you can pick one that best suits you.

  1. Navigate to a Finder window
  2. Select File from the taskbar
  3. From the file menu select “New Folder
  4. The new folder will appear within the finder window

This is one of the easiest methods to make a new folder but there are two more options that we will cover below.

It is not always easy following along with a how-to with a simple list. So I have the how-to with pictures and, if you look below, even video instructions. We will cover all three new folder methods to make it crystal clear.

How to Create a Folder on Mac

As I have already said there are three different ways to achieve the goal of making a new folder. We will cover all of them here with pictures to best demonstrate how it is achieved.

Create a Folder on Mac Using Finder Window

Step 1. Navigate to a Finder window

Any file or folder open on the Mac will be within the Finder. This will be indicated with “Finder” in the top left-hand corner next to the apple logo.

If you don’t see “Finder” like below click within the folder to bring it up.

Step 2. Select File from the taskbar

Mac Menu Bar
Mac Menu Bar

Step 3. From the file menu select “New Folder

File > New Folder
File > New Folder

Step 4. The new folder will appear within the finder window

Create a Folder on Mac With Right Click

Step 1. Click within the finder window

You can also right-click on the desktop to make a new folder.

Step 2. Right-click on some space within the finder window

Step 3. A menu will pop up and you want to select “New Folder”

The new folder will be made and called the “untitled folder”. You can right-click on the folder and select rename to rename the folder.

Right Click New Folder
Right Click New Folder

Step 4. The new folder will appear within the finder window

Create a Folder on Mac Using Keyboard Shortcut

Step 1. Navigate to a Finder window

Step 2. Select the following keys command + Shift + N (⌘ + ⇧ + N)

Keyboard Shortcut to Make New Folder
Keyboard Shortcut to Make New Folder

Step 3. The new folder will appear within the finder window

How to Create Folders on a Mac Video

If you are someone who prefers video then I have you covered with this simple-to-follow video on creating folders on your Mac.