Quick Guide

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The workflow in ReNamer is a simple 4-step process:

1. Add files or folders for renaming.
2. Add renaming rules.
3. PreviewGenerate the new names.
4. Rename.

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Step 1: Add files

SelectAdd individual files or whole folders for renaming using either the files from various folders and add them to the working area.

1. Adjust filter settings for adding files and folders (optional step).
2. Add individually selected files (Add Files), orand all files in selected folders (Add Folders), or...
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3. Drag-n-or simply drag-and-drop files from Windows Explorer (or any other application) into the ReNamer window.

Optionally, adjust the filter settings to fine tune which files and folders get added, including depth criteria and filter masks.

The tool buttons located above the files table and the context menu offer additional options for managing files, including sorting, marking, deleting, importing, exporting, and more.

Step 2: Add rules

Add rules to create a sequence of operations.operations Deletefor generating new names for files.

You can use the tool buttons or edit an existing rule. Change the ordercontext ofmenu theto manage rules, including adding, deleting, moving, and duplicating rules.

1. Allows addition and deletion of rules. Also change the order of any

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Step 3: Preview

PreviewGenerate the new names and review the results (check before proceedingrenaming. withAddress any validation warnings.

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Step 4: Rename

Press thisthe Rename button to rename your files and folders,folders by applying their corresponding new names.