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Don't Waste Time: How to Rename Multiple Files at Once in Windows

Don't Waste Time: How to Rename Multiple Files at Once in Windows

PCMag
Need to rename a bunch of files in Windows? File Explorer can help. But you’ll find more options with the PowerToys PowerRename tool or a third-party utility.

Here's the dilemma: You're stuck with dozens (or hundreds) of files in Windows that have awkward names. This typically happens with photos shot on a smartphone and then transferred to your computer, resulting in names like IMG1001 or Screenshot_20240517-133223. You’ll likely want to …