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Bulk Rename Utility features

Windows batch renaming capabilities and practical guides for each group of controls.

Direct answer: BRU combines selectable renaming panels with a preview column. Common uses include text replacement, case, numbering, dates, folders, regex and available metadata fields.

Repl. and Case

Find and replace words, change capitalization, or remove unwanted strings.

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Numbering

Add ordered sequences and leading zeros after sorting your file list.

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Auto Date

Choose file or photo date fields and use consistent date formatting.

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RegEx and JavaScript

Capture patterns, rearrange text and test advanced rules on sample data.

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Files, Folders & Filters

Limit the scope of each operation, including hidden files and subfolders.

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Metadata

Create names from supported photo, audio and document properties.

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Understand the rename order

Multiple enabled panels are applied according to the application's documented order, so a replacement may affect text that is later numbered or converted to a different case. Preview the whole output rather than assuming each enabled option works independently.

Bulk Rename Utility rule groups screenshot