Folder Structure Generator

Build a professional photography project folder hierarchy in seconds. Pick a template, fill in your project details, then create real folders on your computer or download a script to run locally.

Project Details

Project / Shoot Name

Shoot Date

Client Name

Template

Folder Structure Preview

Fill in project details above to see the preview…

Create Folders

File System Access API Works in Chrome & Edge 86+. Click to pick a parent folder — subfolders are created directly on your machine. No upload, 100% local.

Download Script

All browsers Download a ready-to-run script, open a terminal in the destination, and execute it. All folders created instantly.

How it works

This tool builds a folder tree from your inputs and template, then hands it off to the browser or a script file — all without sending a single byte to a server.

1. Fill in project details Project name, date, and client name are combined into a root folder name (e.g. 2024-06-14_Smith-Wedding).

2. Pick a template Choose Wedding, Portrait, Commercial, Event, or define your own paths in the Custom tab. Your Custom template is saved to localStorage.

3. Create folders (Chrome/Edge) The File System Access API lets the browser write directly to a directory you choose — no install needed.

4. Or download a script For Safari, Firefox, or any non-supported browser, download a .sh, .bat, or .ps1 script. Run it in a terminal inside your target directory.

Frequently asked questions

Does this upload my project details to a server?: No. Everything runs entirely in your browser. Project names, client names, and dates never leave your device. The File System Access API writes directly to your local disk — the page never sends any network requests for folder creation. You can even use this tool offline after the first load.
Which browsers support the "Create Folders Locally" button?: The File System Access API is supported in Google Chrome 86+, Microsoft Edge 86+, and Opera 72+. It is not yet supported in Safari or Firefox. If you use those browsers, download a .sh (Mac/Linux) or .bat / .ps1 (Windows) script instead — they work identically and create the same folder tree.
How do I run the downloaded shell script on a Mac?: Open Terminal, navigate to the folder where you want the project folders created (e.g. cd ~/Pictures/Jobs), then run bash create-folders.sh. All subfolders are created instantly. On Windows, double-click the .bat file or right-click the .ps1 file and choose "Run with PowerShell."
Can I create my own folder template and save it for next time?: Yes. Click the Custom tab and type your folder paths, one per line. Use a forward slash to nest folders (e.g. Selects/Favourites). Click Save as my default Custom template and it will be stored in your browser's localStorage — it will still be there the next time you visit.
What naming convention does the root folder use?: The root folder is auto-named YYYY-MM-DD_ClientName_ProjectName with spaces replaced by hyphens. This sorts chronologically in any file browser and keeps all shoot folders tidy at a glance. You can copy the tree text and rename the root if you prefer a different convention.