The Hidden Cost of Digital Clutter

You open Google Drive to find ten versions of the same file, half of them named “final.” Shared folders are full of old drafts, random uploads, and mystery spreadsheets. What started as a neat system has quietly turned into digital chaos.

This kind of clutter wastes time and creates confusion. Important files get buried. Team members upload duplicates. Dead links pile up. Before long, no one knows what’s current anymore.

The good news is, Drive can be fixed without anyone losing access or spending hours sorting it out. With the right folder structure, clear naming rules, and simple shortcuts, everything becomes easy to find again.

If your Google Drive feels out of control, reach out to see how I can clean it up and create a structure that actually works for you.