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# Organize workspace directories and generate file indexes

Scan project folders, organize assets into structured directories, and generate a markdown inventory

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- When you askReceive workspace cleanup request
- ThenAnalyze files and request move approval
- ResultOrganized folders and inventory report

Keep local development workspaces clean by scanning unorganized project folders, categorizing assets and code files into tidy subdirectories, and generating a comprehensive directory map and documentation summary.

## Prompt to start with

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```
Scan the specified local workspace folder to catalog all files, scripts, and media. Propose a structured folder layout based on file types and project conventions. Always request user approval before moving, modifying, or deleting any existing files or directories. Once approved, perform the reorganization via the terminal and write a markdown summary documenting the new project structure and cataloging all indexed assets.
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## Tools it uses

TerminalDocs

## Works with

BotBento

## Tags

- file-management
- workspace
- automation
- terminal
- documentation

## Source

[workany: Desktop Agent for Any Task](https://github.com/workany-ai/workany)
GitHub · checked 2026-10-15

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