Batch Rename

AeroFTP provides a batch rename dialog for renaming multiple files at once, plus inline rename for quick single-file edits.

Batch Rename Dialog

Select multiple files, then right-click and choose Batch Rename to open the dialog. Four rename modes are available:

Mode	Description	Example
Find/Replace	Replace text in filenames	report → summary
Prefix	Add text before the filename	backup_ + data.csv → backup_data.csv
Suffix	Add text before the extension	photo + _2024 → photo_2024.jpg
Sequential	Number files sequentially	img_001.jpg, img_002.jpg, ...

Live Preview

As you type, a preview column shows the result of the rename operation for every selected file. This lets you verify the outcome before committing any changes.

Sequential Options

When using Sequential mode, you can configure:

• Base name - the prefix before the number
• Start number - the first number in the sequence (default: 1)
• Zero padding - number of digits (e.g., 3 digits gives 001, 002, ...)

Inline Rename

For renaming a single file quickly:

• F2 - press F2 with a file selected to enter inline edit mode
• Click on filename - click the filename text of an already-selected file

Inline rename works in both the local and remote file panels. Press Enter to confirm or Escape to cancel.

Tip: Batch Rename and Inline Rename are also available through AeroAgent. Ask something like "Rename all .jpeg files to .jpg" and the local_batch_rename tool handles it automatically.