folder

Use when referring to file system structures in a GUI context. For GUI contexts, don't use "directory", which is typically used in CLI contexts.

"" Do this "" Don't do this
Remove the existing Splunk_TA_Windows folder from $SPLUNK_HOME/etc/shcluster/apps. Remove the existing Splunk_TA_Windows directory from $SPLUNK_HOME/etc/shcluster/apps.
Note: If you need to discuss both CLI and GUI options, use language that ensures users understand the terminology interchangeably.