Telegram is one of the most feature-rich messaging apps, and one of its most valuable tools is Chat Folders. If you have too many chats and want to keep them organized, Telegram allows you to create folders to separate work, family, groups, or any category you prefer. In this guide, we’ll show you how to effortlessly create and manage chat folders on Telegram.
Why Use Telegram Chat Folders?
Chat folders help you:
✅ Stay Organized – Separate personal and professional chats.
✅ Find Messages Faster – No more scrolling through endless conversations.
✅ Reduce Distractions – Keep focus by hiding unimportant chats.
✅ Manage Group Chats Easily – Sort your groups and channels efficiently.
On Mobile (Android & iOS)
- Open Telegram and tap the three-line menu (☰) in the top-left corner (Android) or go to Settings (iOS).
- Select Chat Folders.
- Tap Create New Folder.
- Name Your Folder (e.g., Work, Family, Channels).
- Tap Add Chats and select the chats, groups, or channels you want to include.
- (Optional) Tap Exclude Chats to remove unwanted conversations.
- Tap Save, and your folder will appear as a tab at the top of the chat list.
On Desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux, Telegram Web)
- Open Telegram and click on the three-line menu (☰).
- Select Settings > Folders.
- Click Create New Folder.
- Give your folder a name and select Add Chats.
- Choose which chats to include and exclude.
- Click Save, and the folder will appear in your chat tabs.
How to Edit or Delete a Chat Folder
- To edit a folder, return to Settings > Chat Folders, select the folder, and make changes.
- To delete a folder, tap the trash icon next to it. This will not delete your chats—just the folder.
Automatic Filtering with Telegram Chat Folders
Telegram allows you to filter certain types of chats into folders automatically. For example:
📌 Unread Messages – Create a folder that only shows unread chats.
📌 Groups & Channels – Keep all groups in one folder and channels in another.
📌 Work & Personal – Separate office conversations from personal ones.
To do this, when creating a folder, instead of manually adding chats, choose the auto-filter options Telegram provides.
Final Thoughts
Telegram chat folders make organizing your conversations and finding messages easier. Whether you want a dedicated folder for work, family, or unread messages, setting them up is simple and effective. Try it today and enjoy a clutter-free chat experience!