Folders vs. Metadata: Why Mixing Them in SharePoint Can Backfire
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Folders vs. Metadata: Why Mixing Them in SharePoint Can Backfire

12:48 Jul 25, 2025
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Thinking of using both folders and metadata in the same library? In this episode, I explain why that can cause confusion, mess up search, and make life harder for your users - and what you should do instead.BLOG REFERENCESWhy it is not a good idea to mix folders and metadata in the same document libraryNEED HELP?Want to confidently navigate SharePoint and Microsoft 365? Enroll in my revamped On-Demand SharePoint and Microsoft 365 AcademyFREE RESOURCESGet access to free resources, live training & On-Demand courses, and get the help you need to properly set up and implement SharePointTIPS IN YOUR INBOXBi-Weekly newsletterFOLLOW ME FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInPinterestYouTube
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