File names like “audio piece” or “draft 2” don’t mean much when you’re working with and compiling lots of files. One way to manage your files is to use a descriptive and consistent naming system. For instance, you might decide to include the word audio in the file name of all your audio clips: “audio_opening_music” and “audio_jayne_talking.”
You might also consider date stamping your files when you save them. Your computer does this automatically, but it helps sometimes to see the date in the file name (“writing project May 5” or “writing project 05_08_12,” for example). Doing so will help you make sure that when you resume working on your project, you’re working with your most recent draft. Date stamping can also help you avoid writing over earlier drafts, which you might need later.
Related topics:
Saving all your files in one place
Keeping track of all your files
Keeping track of versions
Managing your files
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