directorytree
nounUK /dɪˈrɛktəri triː/
US /dəˈrɛktəri triː/
A directory tree is a map of folders and files that shows how they are connected like branches on a tree.
The teacher showed us the directory tree so we could find our project folder.
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2. A visual diagram in a file manager that displays folders and files in a branching layout.
I expanded the directory tree on the left side of the window to open the pictures folder.
3. The complete set of nested folders starting from a top-level root folder.
Back up the entire directory tree before you change any settings.
4. A way to organize computer files so each folder can hold smaller folders inside it.
Our class made a directory tree for the science fair files.