Archiving something means moving it to a separate location, typically a designated folder or storage space, where it is hidden from view but still accessible.
Here's what happens when you archive something:
- Visibility: Archived items are usually hidden from the main view of your files or folders.
- Accessibility: You can still access archived items, though you might need to navigate to a specific location or use a search function.
- Purpose: Archiving is often used to:
- Organize: Keep files that you don't need to access frequently, but might need later.
- Back up: Store important files in a safe place in case of data loss.
- Free up space: Remove files from your main storage area, freeing up space for other files.
Examples:
- Email: Archiving emails moves them to a separate folder, making them less visible in your inbox.
- Documents: Archiving documents moves them to an archive folder, keeping them organized and easily accessible.
- Photos: Archiving photos moves them to a dedicated storage location, freeing up space on your device.
Practical Insights:
- Different programs have different archiving methods: Some programs might permanently delete archived files, while others might only hide them.
- Archiving doesn't always mean deleting: Archived files are still accessible, so you can always retrieve them if needed.
