# Creating resource filters

Resource filters allow the user to configure systematically which file system files and folders are included in the workspace during the refresh operation.

To create a resource filter:

1. In one of the navigation views, right-click the project or folder where you want to create the resource filter.
2. From the pop-up menu, select Properties. The properties dialog will open.
3. Expand the Resource section.
4. Click the Resource Filters section.
5. Click Add....
6. Specify the filter type, to what entries it applies to, and enter the condition.
7. Click OK.
8. Click OK.

Resources Filters
Resources
Resource hierarchies