How to Move Files to Folders Based on User Input in Python

Learn how to create folders from user input and move files into those folders using Python's shutil and os modules. Here's a step-by-step guide with code examples!
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How to Move Files to Folders Based on User Input in Python

Are you looking to organize your files dynamically by moving them into folders created based on user input? Whether you are building a program that manages files or just want to simplify your workflow, this guide will help you achieve exactly that using Python! We will leverage the built-in libraries os and shutil to create folders and move files in just a few simple steps.

Problem Overview

Imagine you have a directory with files named using certain conventions, for example, name.xlsx. You want to create folders based on names provided by the user and move the corresponding files without having to do it manually. The challenge lies in ensuring that the files are moved to the correct folder based on the user input, where each folder should match the name of the respective file.

Solution Breakdown

Here’s how you can solve the problem efficiently. We will break it down into clear sections:

Step 1: Get User Input for Folder Creation

We start by capturing user input for the folder names. The user can enter multiple names separated by a comma.

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Step 2: Create Folders

Using the user inputs, we will now create folders. Here’s the code snippet to accomplish this:

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Step 3: Copy and Rename Files

Next, for each name provided by the user, we need to copy the existing name.xlsx file and rename it. We will also remove the original file once we create the new version.

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Step 4: Move Files to Corresponding Folders

Finally, we need to move the newly created .xlsx files to the respective folders that were created. This is where we ensure that everything finds its right place.

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Complete Code

Combining all steps, here is the complete code that implements the solution:

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Conclusion

With this approach, you can create folders based on user input and organize your Excel files neatly into these folders. The combination of os and shutil modules allows easy folder creation and file management, providing a seamless experience.

Now, go ahead and try this out for your file management needs! Happy coding!