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How to name and organise video files
Short answer
Use a consistent folder structure and file names that sort by date, such as year-month-day, a short project name and a version. Keep raw clips, renders and finals in separate folders and clear out drafts weekly. Good names save time when you batch edit and hand work to others.
What structure works?
- Project folder per video or batch
- Subfolders: raw, renders, final
- Names like 2026-11-14_hook-tips_v2
- One notes file per project
How does it help editing?
When you give Claude a path to a clip, a clean folder makes batch runs with Layers or Bold easier to repeat.
What is a clean-up routine?
Weekly, delete failed takes and archive finals.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use dates in names?
Yes, they sort well.
How do I version files?
Add a version tag such as v1 or v2 to the end of the file name, and keep older versions in an archive folder.
Where do I store finals?
In a clearly named folder.
Do I need cloud storage?
A backup is wise, whether cloud or an external drive, because losing raw footage or finals is costly and hard to undo.
How long do I keep raw clips?
As long as you may reuse them.
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