New Folder
Windows
Ctrl+Shift+N
Creates a new folder in File Explorer.
Windows New Folder Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Creates a new folder in File Explorer. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Windows, plus other ways to do it.
Quick Answer
- Windows
- Ctrl+Shift+N
- Mac
- Cmd+Shift+N
- Web
- Not confirmed yet
How to new folder in Windows with the keyboard
- Open Windows and go to where you want to new folder.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + N on Windows or Cmd + Shift + N on Mac.
Windows New Folder Shortcut for Windows
Press Ctrl + Shift + N.
Windows New Folder Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + Shift + N.
Windows New Folder Shortcut for Windows Web
We haven't confirmed a Windows Web shortcut for this yet.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Windows new folder shortcut?
On Windows, press Ctrl + Shift + N. On a Mac, press Cmd + Shift + N.
Is there a Mac shortcut to new folder in Windows?
Yes: Cmd + Shift + N.
Does it work in Windows for the web?
We haven't confirmed a web version shortcut for this yet.
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