FILE TOOL // 049

Folder Tree Generator

Turn a selected folder's relative paths into a clean tree for documentation, audits, issue reports, and project handoffs.

Processed locally in your browser

Choose a folder

Relative paths become a tree

Drop files here Choose a folder to generate a structured tree from the file paths exposed by your browser.

FileSizeType

No files selected.

Output style Maximum depth Sort order Root name

Include file sizes

Choose files to begin.0 files

How to use Folder Tree Generator

Choose a folder to generate a structured tree from the file paths exposed by your browser.
Adjust the options for the report you need.
Select “Generate Tree,” review the result, and download the generated file.

What this file tool does

Turn a selected folder's relative paths into a clean tree for documentation, audits, issue reports, and project handoffs.

Relative paths are split into segments and inserted into a nested in-memory tree, then rendered deterministically as text, Markdown, or JSON.

Processing stays on this device. Empty folders are not included because standard folder upload provides files, not independent empty-directory entries. Use Empty Folder Finder for supported directory access.

Supported inputs and limits

Empty folders are not included because standard folder upload provides files, not independent empty-directory entries. Use Empty Folder Finder for supported directory access.

Input	Folder files with webkitRelativePath
Formats	Text, Markdown, nested JSON
Depth	1 to 100 levels
Empty folders	Unavailable in upload fallback

Example and practical tips

Practical example

Generate a Markdown tree for a code project, paste it into a README, and keep file sizes visible for quick review.

Tips

Use a smaller maximum depth for concise documentation.
Folder-first sorting is usually easiest to scan.
Do not publish trees that reveal sensitive filenames.

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a folder tree from local files?

Choose the folder, select an output style, and download the generated tree.

Can the tree include files inside subfolders?

Yes. The browser-provided relative paths preserve subfolder structure.

Why are empty folders missing from the tree?

Standard folder upload only exposes files, so directories containing no files are not represented.

Can I generate a Markdown directory tree?

Yes. Choose Markdown to wrap the plain tree in a fenced code block.

Are file sizes included in the folder tree?

They are optional and can be turned on with the file-size checkbox.

Related file tools

File Type Distribution Analyzer Empty Folder Finder Folder Size Analyzer Largest Files Finder

Folder Tree Generator details

Tool number	049
Category	Folder & Storage Analysis
Processing	Local browser operation
Download	Generated report or verification bundle

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