Select Noncontiguous folders and files in File Explorer

In this video, Nate Kile will show how to select noncontiguous folders and files efficiently. This method will allow you to select as you need them.

To select noncontiguous folders and files in File Explorer using keyboard shortcuts, follow these steps:

1. Open File Explorer:
   • Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to the Desired Folder:
   • Use the arrow keys to navigate to the folder containing the files or folders you want to select.
3. Select the First Item:
   • Use the arrow keys to highlight the first file or folder you want to select.
   • Press Space to select it.
4. Select Additional Non-Contiguous Items:
   • Hold down the Ctrl key.
   • Use the arrow keys to navigate to the next file or folder you want to select.
   • Press Space to select each additional item while still holding down the Ctrl key.
5. Complete Your Selection:
   • Release the Ctrl key once you have selected all the desired files or folders.

This method allows you to pick and choose individual files or folders that are not next to each other, giving you more flexibility in your selection.

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