Workflow Folder Organization

Of course. Here is a single, consolidated table that outlines the complete, simplified Direct-Sync Workflow. This blueprint serves as your all-in-one guide for managing your digital ecosystem.

The Consolidated "Direct-Sync" Workflow

Phase	Action	Primary Location (Tool)	Key Folders & Details
1. Setup (One-Time)	Install Google Drive for Desktop and set your active projects to be available offline.	MacBook	Set `[ Ink Aether ]/1_ACTION` folder to "Available offline." This enables the entire workflow.
2. Capture & Triage	Download a file and immediately move it to its permanent home.	MacBook → Google Drive	`~/Downloads` is temporary. Move files directly to `1_ACTION`, `3_LIBRARY`, etc. `0_INBOX` is now for exceptions only.
3. Active Work	Create, edit, and manage files for all ongoing projects.	Google Drive (via Mac Finder)	Work directly inside the project folders within `1_ACTION`. Use local Mac tags like .in-progress or !urgent for your private status tracking.
4. Task & Context Mgmt.	Track project goals, tasks, deadlines, and meeting notes.	Notion	The `PROJECTS` database is your dashboard. Each entry should link directly to its corresponding folder in Google Drive.
5. Collaboration	Share specific project files or folders with clients and partners.	Google Drive	Right-click the folder within `1_ACTION` and use Google Drive's native "Share" function.
6. Project Completion	Archive the entire project folder with a single drag-and-drop.	Google Drive (via Mac Finder)	Drag the completed project folder from `1_ACTION` to `4_ARCHIVE`. This keeps your active workspace clean and focused.

[Client Name] - Brand Identity ├── 01_Brand Guidelines ├── 02_Logos │ ├── Print (CMYK) │ ├── Web (RGB, SVG) │ └── _Source (AI, EPS) ├── 03_Brand Assets │ ├── Colors │ ├── Typography │ ├── Icons & Illustrations │ └── Patterns & Textures ├── 04_Brand in Action │ ├── Social Media Kit │ ├── Stationery │ └── Presentation Template └── _Admin & Strategy

Deconstructing the Architecture

01_Brand Guidelines: This is the "start here" folder. It contains the single most important document: the comprehensive brand guidelines PDF. This document explains the strategy and rules for how to use all the other assets in the package. You can also include the source design file (e.g., InDesign) here.
02_Logos: The most frequently accessed folder. It's broken down by use case to prevent confusion.

Print (CMYK): Contains high-resolution .eps and .tif files suitable for professional printing.
Web (RGB, SVG): Contains .png, .jpg, and .svg files optimized for screens, websites, and digital applications. The SVG is crucial for scalable web use.
_Source (AI, EPS): The original, editable vector files. The underscore (_) signifies these are the master files that generate all other logos.

03_Brand Assets: The visual toolkit. This folder houses all the supplementary elements that create the brand's texture and character.

Colors: Includes digital swatches (.ase files) for Adobe products and a simple text file listing the HEX, RGB, and CMYK values.
Typography: Contains the approved font files (.otf, .ttf, .woff) along with a link to the foundry and any necessary licensing information.
Icons & Illustrations: Any custom iconography or graphic elements created for the brand.
Patterns & Textures: Brand-specific patterns or textures used for backgrounds or other applications.

04_Brand in Action: Templates and examples. This folder demonstrates how the brand identity is applied to real-world materials, providing immediate utility for the client.

Social Media Kit: Pre-sized templates for various platforms (e.g., Instagram posts, LinkedIn banners).
Stationery: Templates for business cards, letterheads, and envelopes.
Presentation Template: A branded template for PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides.

_Admin & Strategy: Internal and foundational documents. The underscore pushes this folder to the bottom, signaling it's not for everyday client use. This is where you store the project contract, creative brief, discovery workshop notes, and market research that informed the design decisions.