I am using these expansion files to store manuals and related print material for my stereo equipment.

During this pandemic I lost my job meaning that I had to look for a new one. I didn't really have anywhere to keep my resume and other important files when I went to interviews. I used to have one of those plastic folders but it didn't really fit well with my suit, so I had to get one that looks better and this one does it.It's rigid enough to keep my papers straight and looks fancy enough to look good when I'm carrying it into an interview

This dark navy blue letter size file pouch opens to an expanse of 2 inches. Envelope style snap closure. Black interior. Soft felt exterior attracts hair and lint but otherwise very handsome and sturdy for everyday use.

I needed something that could hold papers and not crinkle them, but didn't take up a ton of space in my travel bag. I only need it for a few sheets of paper at a time, so I'm not hauling huge sheaths of paper around, but it suits my needs. It has a snap closure, has a nice cloth exterior that I've wiped off with a towel when it starts looking dusty. I've not used a damp cloth, for the most part it lives in my bag or in a letter holder on my desk, so there's not a lot of handling involved, and I haven't spilled anything on it yet. It does stretch a bit more at the opening than at the base, but that's helpful when it comes to paper clips and staples. I like it, keeps my papers nice and flat when I'm traveling, even when the kid next to me on the plane keeps kicking my bag.

This is a nice sort of flannel- or felted-look portfolio, though I think it is nonwoven fabric. It has a stiff inner layer and generally looks nice. The sides are not done as well as they might have been, though.Problems:1. This opens to 2 inches at the top, but it's a V from the bottom, so you can't store a 2-inch stack of papers here. maybe about half an inch.2. The fabric pieces at the sides (maybe woven nylon) don't go all the way down to the bottom. So there are some sizeable holes on either side. So you can't store smaller things like a handy pen.So this is a handy thing, but not as great as it could have been.

I chose this folder because I really liked the idea and look of it and hoped it would be a great way to hold my laptop, notebook, and pen in an organized way rather than fumbling with things as I walk between meetings. I really like the style/texture of this item to be a little classier and stylish than plastic or fabric similar items. Something that I also like is that the folder is very sturdy, so it feels like it will last and protects what's inside.One thing that made this folder less practical for use is that it doesn't exactly stretch, making the size and what you could actually fit inside of it less than what's expected. For example, my laptop is 13inx9inx1in so while it fits inside with plenty of room at the top (since it's a 2in opening), I cannot close the snap with my laptop inside since the bottom and top of the folder do not have much give. It's tough because while I liked the sturdiness of the product, it definitely limits its size and I cannot use it for my laptop. It would probably be better suited for a tablet or a much smaller laptop.Another problem I ran into once using this is that there are holes in the bottom corner. Therefore, you can't really keep a pen or other small items inside, or else they may fall out. While I understand this design was probably to help with the expansion aspect, it is another thing that limits me from using as I expected.Overall, a nice product and very stylish. However, some design issues limit the size and usability. I will probably keep this around for something like a folio, but it will not get as much use as I hoped for.

I liked this! I got mine in black. The felt outside looked so nice (hope it won't end up attracting white cat hairs!). This looks so professional -- not like most such file holders that look like something a high-schooler would use. This can carry your files and keep them together attractively. I like that it has a fiber on the outside and isn't plain card stock, plastic or leatherette. This expands to 2 although I haven't filled it that full yet. I think a tablet or phone could also fit inside with your files (for compactness). Smead is an older company that has stood the test of time and proven its quality. Overall pleased with this!Cons: none

I have a set of artwork that I wanted to combine and keep safe. This file is of soft, yet sturdy cloth and actually holds quite a lot of papers. It seems very durable, will keep my artwork protected.

This is such a nice stylish way to carry folders, paperwork, or schoolwork. I love the look of it, and it's super durable. It fits nicely into my office tote bag, and I even used it to carry my lightweight laptop a couple of times. It's a beautiful gray fabric that feels very much like wool felt.

This is a really nice, thick folder. I got it to use as a more durable folder for my school/work bag, but then I found how perfectly it fits my laptop! This is a great (though not entirely protective) sleeve for a laptop and takes up no space in my bag. I've already bought a couple more!

I really like this folder. I needed a folder for carrying (by hand/backpack) paperwork back and forth with me and this works perfectly. I have only ever used paper folders which start falling apart pretty quickly when you stick them in a backpack and run around town.I really like the wooly texture and grey coloring. I think this folder looks very professional. It is sturdy enough to protect paperwork sufficiently if you don't stuff it too full. It's advertised as being able to expand by two inches but, personally, I wouldn't stuff it quite that full.My only complaint with this file folder is that there are holes at the bottom of either side of the folder that can allow small objects to fall out, such as a pen that fell to the bottom of the folder. I hang my pen on the edge of the folder and haven't had any issues yet, but it does make me worry that I will lose something important by accident sometime, and who wants to worry about that.Overall, I am very happy to have this folder and it has made transporting paperwork much easier for me.