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Folder reduction principle

The Folder reduction principle is a data organization strategy, particularly within tools like [[Obsidian]], that prioritizes links over traditional hierarchical file systems to manage information^[obsidian-data-classification.md].

Core Methodology

The principle advocates for categorizing content primarily through links rather than relying heavily on folders^[obsidian-data-classification.md]. By minimizing the use of directories, the system shifts the focus from rigid storage locations to the relationships between notes^[obsidian-data-classification.md].

Enhancing Utility

To maximize the effectiveness of this approach, the principle suggests utilizing tags, [[knowledge graphs|relationship graphs]] (or "graphs"), and backlinks^[obsidian-data-classification.md]. These tools facilitate the discovery of connections and improve the overall utility of the notes, leveraging the network of information rather than a tree structure^[obsidian-data-classification.md].

Sources

  • obsidian-data-classification.md