What is difference between a Document Folder and a Knowledge Center?

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Hi everyone, I am new to Appian, and this is my first question! What is the difference between "Create Folder" type and "Knowledge Center" type under "New" -> "Create Folder" at Build tab of Appian Designer? How to decide which one fit better for an application?

Thanks!

Sanchit Gupta (Xebia) · Accepted Answer

Simply putting, Knowledge centers can be considered as top level container which contains all the top level document folders directly. You can only add document folder in a KC while in Document Folder you can add another sub folder and documents. When you create a document folder it is mandatory to select either a parent document folder or a KC, which is not the case with KC as it is already at the top. 
 Check out this link to know more about - Folder and Document Management in Appian

Santiago · Answer

Hi, welcome to the Appian World, we usually create a folder of " Knowledge Center" type to save files and documents so you can share files and collaborate on them, either within a process, or through a portal page.

gopalt0943 · Answer

Hi openidea 
 Create Folder: The simplest way to organize files within an application. Suitable for small sets of related files, like process templates or data tables. Doesn't offer access control or advanced features. 
 Knowledge Center: 
 
 Dedicated container for folders and files, enabling:
 
 Access control and security settings. 
 Collaboration features like versioning and editing permissions. 
 Integration with portals and processes.

Ideal for large document collections, shared by multiple users, or requiring version control If you want to make a decision with the application, then before selection, verify the below points: 
 Use "Create Folder" for:
 
 Temporary storage during development. 
 Small, private sets of files within a process.

Use "Knowledge Center" for:
 
 Large document libraries requiring access control and management. 
 Documents accessed and shared by multiple users. 
 Integrating with portals or processes.

Mike Schmitt · Answer

Then that is badly worded, because the implication that KCs can inherently contain files, directly, under normal circumstances, is false , regardless of what the Wrap Up says. If you can link me to where it said that, I'd like to submit feedback that they should fix it.

What is difference between a Document Folder and a Knowledge Center?

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