Renaming files and folders is one of the most basic tasks you need to do on your Mac. In this article, we will show you different ways to rename your files on macOS.
The first method is through the Finder. Simply select the file or folder you want to rename and click on the “File” menu. Then, choose “Rename.” The name of the file or folder will be highlighted, and you can type in the new name. When you’re done, hit “Return,” and the file or folder will be renamed.
Did you know that there’s a keyboard shortcut for renaming files? Just select the file or folder and press “Return.” This will bring up the rename mode, and you can type in the new name and hit “Return” to save it.
You can also rename a file while you have an app open. For instance, if you’re working on a document in Pages, you can click on the “File” menu and select “Rename.” This will bring up a dialogue box where you can type in the new name. You can even move the file to a new location while you have it open.
Another way to rename files is through the context menu. Just control-click or right-click on the file or folder, and select “Rename” from the menu. You can also batch rename files by selecting multiple files and choosing “Rename” from the “File” menu. This will bring up a dialogue box where you can choose different rename options like replacing text, adding text, or formatting.
All these options are available no matter which mode you’re using in the Finder. Whether you’re in List View, Column View, or Gallery View, you can still rename your files and folders using these methods.
Lastly, note that all normal text functions work when you’re renaming a file. You can use Command X to cut, Command V to paste, hold down a key to bring up special characters, or even use Control Command Space to bring up emojis and special characters.
Renaming files on your Mac is pretty simple, but it’s one of the most searched for questions online. We hope this article helps you rename your files and folders with ease.