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Discover how to batch rename files in PowerShell while retaining the original names. Follow our detailed guide for easy renaming in ascending order!
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Batch Renaming Files in PowerShell: A Step-by-Step Guide to Keep Original Names

Renaming files in bulk can be a mundane and time-consuming task, especially when trying to maintain a specific naming convention. In this guide, we will focus on using PowerShell to batch rename files while retaining parts of their original names. This can be incredibly useful for organizing files or preparing them for delivery. Let's dive into how you can do this effectively!

The Problem at Hand

You may find yourself needing to rename several files in a directory in a structured manner. For example, consider the following scenario where you have files named:

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You wish to rename these files into a new format while retaining their original names at the end. The desired new names would look like this:

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The challenge here is to implement this transformation efficiently using PowerShell without losing any part of the original file names.

The Solution

Step 1: Setting Up the Environment

Before we start, ensure that you have PowerShell open and navigate to the directory containing the files you want to rename. You can set the path using the cd command.

Step 2: Using PowerShell for Renaming

To batch rename the files, we will use the Get-ChildItem cmdlet in combination with Rename-Item. Below is the PowerShell script you can use:

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Breakdown of the Script:

$i = 1: Initializes a counter for renaming purposes.

Get-ChildItem -Filter '*.dwg' -File: Retrieves all files with the .dwg extension in the current directory.

ForEach-Object: Iterates through each file object retrieved.

Rename-Item: Renames the file according to the specified format.

Step 3: Handling Different File Types

If your folder contains files with different extensions and you want to rename all of them, you can modify the script like this:

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In this version, $_Extension ensures that the original file extension is preserved when renaming.

Specifying File Types to Rename

If you only want to rename specific file types (for example, .dwg, .tif, and .pdf), you can use the following command:

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Explanation:

The -Include flag allows you to specify multiple file types.

-Recurse means the command will delve into subdirectories as well. If you don’t want that, simply remove it.

Conclusion

Batch renaming files can streamline your workflow significantly, especially when working with multiple files. By following the steps laid out in this guide, you can easily create a systematic filename format while preserving the original names. Whether you're working with a few files or a large directory of documents, PowerShell proves to be a powerful tool for efficient file management.

Now that you’re equipped with this knowledge, go ahead and try it out in your own projects! Happy scripting!