
But we found that experimentation was the best way to learn the program: The interface displays both the original file name along with what the end product would be if you were to make the changes you have proposed.


The application also pops Confirmation dialogs by default. Bulk Rename Utility tries to help by offering a comprehensive Help file (although it hardly sets the mind at ease when the Getting Started section starts with DO NOT PANIC!!!! in large red letters). Additional menu bar drop-downs let you set global options, such as time stamp formats, color-coding, and activity logging. The application window offers 13 primary functions, including inserting and appending text, auto-numbering, cropping characters, and moving/copying files. This free application can handle everything from simple search-and-replace to Perl 5 regular expressions, but it suffers from a cluttered user interface that fails to offer tool tips and, somewhat incredibly, abbreviates labels and button names. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form.Bulk Rename Utility takes the pain out of renaming and managing files and folders, assuming you can get past the frightening user interface. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ZDNET's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers.

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