If you have a lot of files with generic names like “28.jpg” or “IMG_0012.png”, you might want to rename them to something more meaningful and descriptive. But renaming files one by one can be tedious and time-consuming. Fortunately, Windows 10 has a built-in feature that lets you rename multiple files at once with just a few clicks.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Select the files you want to rename. You can use the Ctrl key to select multiple files, or the Shift key to select a range of files.
2. Right-click on one of the selected files and choose Rename from the context menu.
3. Type the new name you want for the files. You can use a common prefix or suffix, or add numbers or dates to make them unique.
4. Press Enter or click outside the file name box. Windows will automatically rename all the selected files with the same name, adding a number in parentheses at the end to differentiate them.

For example, if you rename “28.jpg” to “Vacation.jpg”, Windows will rename the other files as “Vacation (1).jpg”, “Vacation (2).jpg”, and so on.

You can also use a third-party software like Bulk Rename Utility or Advanced Renamer to rename multiple files with more options and flexibility.

Here’s how to use Bulk Rename Utility :

1. Download and install Bulk Rename Utility from its official website.
2. Launch the program and navigate to the folder where your files are located.
3. Select the files you want to rename. You can use the checkboxes or the Ctrl key to select multiple files.
4. Use the tabs and options at the bottom of the window to specify how you want to rename your files. You can preview the changes in the New Name column.
5. When you are satisfied with the results, click the Rename button at the bottom right corner.

Here’s how to use PowerRename:

1. Download and install PowerToys from its official website.
2. Right-click on the files you want to rename and choose PowerRename from the context menu.
3. In the PowerRename window, enter the text you want to search for and replace with in the corresponding boxes. You can also enable various options such as case sensitivity, regular expressions, item name only, etc.
4. You can preview the changes in the Original and Renamed columns.
5. When you are satisfied with the results, click the Rename button at the bottom right corner.

I hope this helps you rename your files more easily and efficiently.

Renaming multiple files can be useful for various purposes, such as organizing your photos, videos, music, documents, etc. By giving your files meaningful and descriptive names, you can make them easier to find, sort, and manage. You can also avoid having duplicate file names or conflicting file extensions.

However, renaming multiple files manually can be a tedious and error-prone task. You might accidentally overwrite or delete some files, or make typos or inconsistencies in the file names. That’s why using a bulk renaming tool can save you a lot of time and hassle. You can apply various rules and criteria to rename your files in bulk, without having to type each name individually.

There are many bulk renaming tools available for Windows 10, both built-in and third-party. In this article, we have shown you how to use two of them: Bulk Rename Utility and PowerRename. Both of them are free and easy to use, and offer a lot of features and options to customize your file names. You can choose the one that suits your needs and preferences best.