I need to use my clothes closets better to create more closet storage

For the typical (non-walk-in) 4‘ to 8‘ wide bedroom closet: put the upper rod at the highest height you (or the person using it) can comfortably reach with clothing on a hanger. For an 8’ ceiling, split the distance above the upper rod with two shelves—the lower of the two immediately above the upper rod but usually placed slightly less in depth for ease of on/off access by clothes hangers to the rod. The upper shelf can be as deep as appropriate, typically used for seasonal stuff needed less frequently. Then install a lower clothes rod for max hanging clothes space with perpendicular shelves about 6” apart on either side of the closet for shoes, etc. If a second lower rod for hanging clothes is not needed just put in shelves, drawers, or whatever you need.

See if you can get ideas from some of these.

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=organize+closet

Think vertical. All that extra space up by the ceiling can provide more storage for you. At our old house I put bins on a shelf up near the ceiling. I measured the bins first and then installed a shelf wide enough and low enough to accommodate the bins. I used the bins to hold non-seasonal clothing. If I can do it, anybody can do it.

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/bedroom/closets/space-saving-techniques-for-your-clothes-30497247

I am doing this as we speak, trying not to spend any money. I created a board on Pinterest for all my ideas. I removed the rod and shelf, scrapped popcorn off, I plan to paint and reconfigure adding a shelf close to ceiling, leave at least 12” between. I will be adding shelves on one side of reach in and a double rod, a dresser in Middle with shelf . I’ll post some pics when finished.