Rename multiple files in Windows Explorer

Problem:

How can I rename multiple files in the Windows Explorer using my own naming scheme?

Solution:

Selecting a bunch of files — you can hold down the Ctrl key to select multiple files at once, or Shift to select a range of files.

When you’ve got the files selected, use one of the rename commands—the button on the Home menu, the command on the context menu, or just press F2.

You’ll see that all the files remain selected, but the first one in the group gets its name highlighted so you can type a new name.

Type a new name for the file and then hit Enter or click somewhere else in the window. All the selected files are renamed using the name you just typed, and are appended with a number in parentheses to differentiate them.

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