Smead Box Bottom Hanging File Folders - 1 Inch Expansion, Letter Size, 25 per Box (64239) - Perfect for Office Organization, Document Storage & Filing Cabinets

When we moved our employee files into a basic filing cabinet, the tops of the files would get caught. This fixed the issue and was the most cost-effective solution.I wish I'd tried these years ago: Box bottom is the ONLY way to go if you use subfiles in your hanging folders. A cardboard strip keeps the bottom straight and flat so inner files don't crawl up and rub against the top of the file drawer or obscure name tabs. This added reinforcement also helps prevent the "overload twist" that can pull overstuffed files off the rails.That being said, these folders are slotted to accommodate standard tabs, but I deducted one star because tabs are NOT included. The 25 folders in the box were distributed as follows: 6 - 3" folders13 - 2" folders 6 - 1" foldersThese expandable folders make it easy to file lots of hpusehold papetwork.I use Smead at home and in my classroom.They hold up for years.They may not look exciting, but they are a timeless, functional classic.They come in three sizes: 1-inch, 2-inch and 3-inch bottoms. They also come with reinforced cardboard bottoms that keep the bottom of the folders rigid and strong. I also staple the cardboard bottoms on each end to help keep them in place although the tab inserts are fine. I just felt that the stapled ends added extra rigidity.It holds manuals, phone directories, medical information, financial statements, small catalogs...things too thick to go easily into a regular folder, but that need to be readily available, not hidden away in a file cabinet. I think the quality could be better...a sturdy plastic would be nice. Since I didn't need a whole box of them, I've given several to friends, and they've found them helpful.Golly gee whiz! I was sure disappointed it didn't come with the file tabs. This is my warm and fuzzy review. very pleasedThe big name is folders is Pendaflex. You can't go wrong with them. Smead wants you to think twice about that.Smead folders feel a little bit higher quality. Cardboard is larger and covers more of the bottom. The folder feels like it's made from a finer material. Dollar for dollar it feels like you're getting a better product with Smead than Pendaflex (and they're priced so close, price becomes irrelevant).That being said, it's obvious where Smead decided to cut costs. They don't include the plastic tabs and a little piece of paper to label the tab. That's annoying because now I have to go out and buy an additional bag of tags. It's something everyone else includes so you have less to worry about, but with Smead it's something you have to add additional thought too.It depends how much the "feel" of a folder is worth to you, is it worth a few extra dollars and minutes to purchase the tabs separately. Or pay the same and get them included.Ultimately sits in a drawer for years so to the "feel" means nothing to me. Other than that though an excellent product and I easily recommend either Smead or Pendaflex folders.