What types of file folders work inside filing cabinets and what's the difference?

The most common types: hanging folders (with metal hooks that hang on the rail, most common in lateral and vertical cabinets), manila folders (flat, placed inside hanging folders), pressboard folders (heavier-duty, with score lines for expansion), and accordion folders (expandable pockets, used for bulkier documents). Hanging folders are the organizational backbone — each one typically contains one or more manila folders for the actual papers. Color-coded folders (green, red, blue, yellow) aid visual retrieval. For frequently accessed files, reinforced-tab hanging folders last much longer than standard ones. Box-bottom hanging folders accommodate thick sub-folders within a single case file. FindOfficeFurniture.com carries cabinets compatible with all folder types — call 888-719-4960.