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Pendaflex Plastic Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter Size, Blue (67440BLU)~#|#~sp41687098_sc7Pendaflex Plastic Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter Size, Blue (67440BLU)~#|#~sp41687097_sc7
Item: 86781
Model: 67440BLU
Price is $13.89
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Pendaflex Plastic Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter, Multicolor (67440RED)~#|#~sp43801063_sc7Pendaflex Plastic Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter, Multicolor (67440RED)~#|#~sp43801061_sc7
Item: 86777
Model: 67440RED
Price is $14.19
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Pendaflex PileSmart Project Sorters, Letter Size, 10-Tab, Multicolor (PFX 50995)~#|#~sp42127185_sc7Pendaflex PileSmart Project Sorters, Letter Size, 10-Tab, Multicolor (PFX 50995)~#|#~sp42127184_sc7
Item: 581832
Model: 50995
Price is $21.99
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Pendaflex Hanging File Folder, Letter Size, Black (PFX 52891)~#|#~s0003151_sc7Pendaflex Hanging File Folder, Letter Size, Black (PFX 52891)~#|#~s0003150_sc7
Item: 428264
Model: 52891
Price is $34.69
Delivery by Fri, Apr 25
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U Brands U-Eco Poly Expandable Folders, 6-Pocket, Letter Size, Assorted Colors, 3/Pack (6592U01-12)~#|#~E97F4076-0F6C-4586-AA5D0DB1F2BB5FE5_sc7U Brands U-Eco Poly Expandable Folders, 6-Pocket, Letter Size, Assorted Colors, 3/Pack (6592U01-12)~#|#~C61B5CBB-EDB4-4CF8-80F54E2656A79E2C_sc7
Item: 24567980
Model: 6592U01-12
Price is $17.89
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Delivery by Thu, Apr 24
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Vertical Expanding File, 13-Pocket, 10" Expansion, Letter, Black~#|#~s0803989_sc7
Item: 2692644
Model: CLI58810
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Price is $18.99
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper Premium Plastic Document File, Legal, Blue, 3/Pack (219B1BUX3)~#|#~A272E7F6-64FE-43CD-9696DB51E678F601_sc7JAM Paper Premium Plastic Document File, Legal, Blue, 3/Pack (219B1BUX3)~#|#~87B33E7C-98C7-4190-93832C8F70F9D96D_sc7
Item: 24607818
Model: 219B1bux3
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Price is $10.59
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Pendaflex Professional Expanding Organizer, Blue, Letter, Each (52670)~#|#~m002293927_sc7
Item: 2623224
Model: 52670EE
Price is $15.39
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper® 13 Pocket Plastic Expanding File, Accordion Folders, Legal Size, 10 x 15, Black, Sold Individually (2163584)JAM Paper® 13 Pocket Plastic Expanding File, Accordion Folders, Legal Size, 10 x 15, Black, Sold Individually (2163584)
Item: 1227710
Model: 2163584
Price is $27.89
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Smead Moisture Resistant Plastic Accordion File, 12-Pocket, Letter Size, Teal/Clear (70869)~#|#~sp104402188_sc7Smead Moisture Resistant Plastic Accordion File, 12-Pocket, Letter Size, Teal/Clear (70869)~#|#~sp104402191_sc7
Item: 24462158
Model: 70869
Price is $19.89
Delivery by Fri, Apr 25
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Smead Document File, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (89669)~#|#~EE1BEFA3-3734-41D3-A12721BD74BC7F0B_sc7
Item: 2622370
Model: 89669
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Price is $15.49
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $2.58/Envelope
Delivery by Fri, Apr 25
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JAM Paper Standard Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (472B1ASSRTD)~#|#~m006948602_sc7JAM Paper Standard Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (472B1ASSRTD)~#|#~m003047783_sc7
Item: 1912829
Model: 472B1ASSRTD
Price is $19.89
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $3.32/Envelope
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Smead Poly Wallets, 1.25" Expansion, Letter Size, Clear, 5/Pack (89661)~#|#~s1184687_sc7Smead Poly Wallets, 1.25" Expansion, Letter Size, Clear, 5/Pack (89661)~#|#~sp39612853_sc7
Item: 811580
Model: 89661
Price is $10.59
Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $2.12/Wallet
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Smead ColorVue Plastic Accordion File, Letter Size, 13-Pocket, Clear/Rainbow (70723)~#|#~sp104485356_sc7Smead ColorVue Plastic Accordion File, Letter Size, 13-Pocket, Clear/Rainbow (70723)~#|#~sp104485355_sc7
Item: 24462167
Model: 70723
Price is $20.49
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper® 13 Pocket Plastic Expanding File, Accordion Folders, Letter Size, 9 x 13, Red, Sold Individually (21621715)JAM Paper® 13 Pocket Plastic Expanding File, Accordion Folders, Letter Size, 9 x 13, Red, Sold Individually (21621715)
Item: 1433877
Model: 21621715
Price is $18.79
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Smead Heavy Duty Step Index Organizer, 12-Pocket, Letter, Poly, Silver (70903)~#|#~s1184675_sc7Smead Heavy Duty Step Index Organizer, 12-Pocket, Letter, Poly, Silver (70903)~#|#~s0616281_sc7
Item: 2677798
Model: 70903
Price is $18.29
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper 6 Pocket Plastic Expanding File with Snap Closure, Letter Size, 9 x 13, Black, Sold Individually (339932771)~#|#~m006267615_sc7JAM Paper 6 Pocket Plastic Expanding File with Snap Closure, Letter Size, 9 x 13, Black, Sold Individually (339932771)~#|#~m006267542_sc7
Item: 24052408
Model: 339932771
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Price is $18.19
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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JAM Paper Standard Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Letter, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (473B1ASSRTD)~#|#~sp81238421_sc7JAM Paper Standard Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Letter, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (473B1ASSRTD)~#|#~sp81238415_sc7
Item: 1912832
Model: 473B1ASSRTD
Price is $16.69
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $2.78/Envelope
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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JAM Paper Plastic Envelopes with Tuck Flap Closure, Letter Booklet, 8.875 x 12, Clear, 12/Pack (459SCLEAR)~#|#~sp82108686_sc7JAM Paper Plastic Envelopes with Tuck Flap Closure, Letter Booklet, 8.875 x 12, Clear, 12/Pack (459SCLEAR)~#|#~sp82108692_sc7
Item: 262861
Model: 459SCLEAR
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Price is $33.09
Unit of measure 12/Pack Price per unit $2.76/Envelope
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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JAM Paper Premium Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Green, 3/Pack (920B1GRX3)~#|#~1BDD26BA-008A-4C8C-BC9A6B44D12FB63B_sc7JAM Paper Premium Plastic Filing Envelope with Button & String Closure, Green, 3/Pack (920B1GRX3)~#|#~A31AED8E-F217-49E6-B73CCD211AA8FB70_sc7
Item: 24607938
Model: 920B1grx3
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Price is $9.99
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Staples Moisture Resistant Reinforced Plastic Filing Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter Size, Blue (TR52020)~#|#~E80D42DB-162B-4406-9B88BF39E4871E6A_sc7Staples Moisture Resistant Reinforced Plastic Filing Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter Size, Blue (TR52020)~#|#~D81B99C5-8085-4D1C-97CEE76240453B50_sc7
17% off of Staples Moisture Resistant Reinforced Plastic Filing Accordion File, 7-Pocket, Letter Size, Blue (TR52020)
Item: 2806368
Model: ST52020/TR52020
Price is $5.90, Regular price was $7.19, You save 17%
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper Premium Plastic Filing Envelope with Zipper Closure, Clear, 3/Pack (921Z1CLX3)~#|#~37C7DA82-D94D-4B93-A11D63080BEA3CD5_sc7JAM Paper Premium Plastic Filing Envelope with Zipper Closure, Clear, 3/Pack (921Z1CLX3)~#|#~AB378CF1-6097-4DC8-B32D84FD0FF29162_sc7
Item: 24607821
Model: 921Z1clx3
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Price is $10.59
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Pendaflex Premium Plastic Document File, Letter, Red, 5/Pack (84527GW)~#|#~45B88095-27B2-47E4-A30BB063685EEFFE_sc7
Item: 24601020
Model: 84527GW
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Price is $8.49
Unit of measure 5/Pack
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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JAM Paper Plastic Document File, Letter, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (218Z1ASSRTD)~#|#~sp73452725_sc7JAM Paper Plastic Document File, Letter, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (218Z1ASSRTD)~#|#~sp73452824_sc7
Item: 1912824
Model: 218Z1ASSRTD
Price is $23.69
Unit of measure 6/Pack
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Expand your organizational repertoire with plastic expanding file folders. Perfect for when you need to keep files safe and organized on the go, these folders are a go-to for many professionals. Keep reading to learn more about how you can use them, too.

What Are Plastic Expanding File Folders?

Plastic expanding file folders, otherwise known as accordion folders, feature multiple pockets for organized storage of documents, receipts, written records and more. Their accordion design expands when you open it, enlarging the mouth of each compartment as you add or retrieve papers.

Their plastic construction keeps documents safe and secure. Staples even offers reinforced options for extra peace of mind when storing or transporting sensitive information.

What Is the Difference Between Plastic Expanding File Folders and Binders?

Both plastic expanding file folders and binders can store a large amount of documents and be easily transported. However, there are significant differences between these two organizational accessories. Learn more about each storage style below.

Binders

3 ring binders have a distinct ring design that opens and closes, allowing hole-punched papers to be added or removed from the rings. Files stored inside zipper binders are often loose leaf papers, since this paper has pre-punched holes that can be easily clasped and secured with binder rings.

Binders come in different inch sizes and different ring types to accommodate varying levels of storage needs. Most often, binder accessories like dividers or sheet protectors are purchased separately to aid in organization.

Plastic Expanding File Folders

Plastic expanding file folders have built-in dividers that separate files for categorization. They also allow for storage of many types of paper, since files do not have to be hole-punched in order to be secured. Instead, simply place files of any kind directly into the expanding pockets of the folder.

Plastic expanding file folders have different types of closures, such as snap closures and elastic closures. Most binders styles aside from zipper binders lack this added element of security.

What Can Be Stored in Plastic Expandable File Folders?

Plastic expandable file folders are an ideal choice if you’re looking for a versatile and portable storage accessory. If you’re not sure what to put in your folder, check out our list of examples below.

A few common ways to use expandable file folders include:

  • Cataloging user manuals
  • Organizing travel documents
  • Storing coupons
  • Storing important vehicle information

How Are Expandable Plastic File Folders Organized?

Once you have determined the types of documents that you want to place in your expandable plastic file folder, it is important to ensure that you stay on top of its organization so that you can locate your files quickly and easily.

Organization is quite personal and everyone has their own way that works best for them. However, you may want to consider sorting your files alphabetically or using a front-loading tactic, where your most often used files are up front. This reduces the amount of time you spend looking for what you need.

Additionally, many designs of plastic expanding file folders include preprinted tab inserts, making it easy to label files accordingly.