Hanging Folders 8 1/2in x 11in Letter Size Assorted - Box of 25

In this review the Office Depot hanging folders are judged as a practical, low-cost option for anyone who needs simple, color-coded storage for letter-size paperwork. The single biggest reason to buy is the combination of sturdy 11-pt color stock and included 1/5-cut plastic tabs with blank inserts, which together make it easy to create and maintain an organized, misfile-resistant system. For small offices, home filing and short-term project folders these deliver dependable performance without unnecessary extras.

Key Features

• 11-pt color stock: Provides a balance of durability and flexibility so folders stand up to regular handling while remaining easy to open and close.
• Assorted colors: Makes it quicker to visually sort subjects, projects or priorities and reduces time spent hunting for documents.
• Light interior: Helps prevent misfiling by increasing contrast with paper and labels for faster, more accurate retrieval.
• 1/5-cut plastic tabs and inserts: Arrives ready to label so you can customize tabs for client names, dates or project codes without additional supplies.
• Box of 25: Packs enough units to stock a small filing cabinet or to set up a new project folder system at once.

Who It's For

The Office Depot hanging folders are best for home offices, small businesses and classrooms that need a simple, color-coded filing method for letter-size documents and want ready-to-use tabs. The included blank inserts let users tailor labels to changing needs, so they suit seasonal projects or rotating client files.

Those who need archival-grade or heavy-duty legal-size filing should look elsewhere, since these are designed for everyday office use in letter-size cabinets and for users who prioritize cost and basic durability over reinforced materials.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Sturdy 11-pt color stock offers reliable day-to-day durability for active file systems.
• Assorted colors and light interior reduce misfiling and speed visual retrieval.
• Comes with 1/5-cut plastic tabs and blank inserts so groups can be labeled immediately.
• Box of 25 is a practical quantity for stocking a single cabinet or multiple projects.

Cons

• Not marketed as heavy-duty or archival, so it may not suit long-term preservation or very frequent heavy handling.
• Fixed letter-size format means it will not accommodate legal or nonstandard documents without trimming or folding.

Specifications

Product type	Hanging file folders
Size	8 1/2in x 11in (letter size)
Material weight	11-pt color stock
Tabs	1/5-cut plastic tabs with blank inserts
Quantity	Box of 25
Interior	Light interior to reduce misfiling
Certifications	SCS Indoor Advantage Gold; BIFMA level 2

Our Verdict

The Office Depot hanging folders are a solid, cost-effective choice for anyone needing organized letter-size storage with quick visual sorting and customizable tabs. They are particularly good value for small offices and home users who want dependable everyday folders with eco-aware certifications, but buyers needing heavy-duty archival folders or legal-size storage should consider other options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the folders come ready to label?
Yes, they include 1/5-cut plastic tabs and blank inserts so labels can be created and inserted immediately.

Are these suitable for long-term archival storage?
They are designed for everyday filing and carry eco certifications, but they are not specified as archival-grade for long-term preservation.

Will they fit standard letter-size filing cabinets?
Yes, the folders are 8 1/2in x 11in and designed for letter-size hanging filing systems.