a-better-finder-rename ☆
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Description:
Renamer for files, music and photos
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 12.26@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: renamer batch-processing file-management productivity macos
Install: brew install --cask a-better-finder-rename
About:
A Better Finder Rename is a powerful batch renaming tool for macOS that allows users to rename large sets of files based on complex rules and criteria. It provides a sophisticated rule-based workflow to process file names, metadata, and EXIF data, making it ideal for organizing extensive media libraries and document archives. The tool offers granular control over renaming operations, ensuring precision and efficiency for demanding workflows.
Key Features:
  • Rule-based sequential and batch renaming
  • Support for EXIF, ID3, and metadata tags
  • Advanced pattern matching and replacement
  • Real-time preview of changes
  • Integration with macOS Finder
Use Cases:
  • Organizing photo libraries by date, camera model, or location
  • Standardizing file naming conventions for project assets
  • Batch processing music files with ID3 tag information
Alternatives:
  • NameChanger – Free and open-source alternative with a simpler interface and fewer advanced rules.
  • Renamer – Modern alternative with a focus on UI/UX and plugin support.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 25, 2026 9:40pm 12.26 0 VERSION_BUMP f423d718
Feb 24, 2026 9:42am 12.25 0 VERSION_BUMP 2d7c62ee
Feb 17, 2026 6:43pm 12.24 0 VERSION_BUMP 31d0d43b
Jan 15, 2026 3:39pm 12.23 0 VERSION_BUMP fb1fd6b8
Dec 17, 2025 3:37pm 12.22 0 VERSION_BUMP 8f182aa7
Sep 15, 2025 6:38am 12.15 0 VERSION_BUMP 5fb0eb4c
Sep 10, 2025 9:32am 12.14 0 VERSION_BUMP c27d5fee
Aug 8, 2024 10:29pm 12.08 0 VERSION_BUMP e0225357
Jul 3, 2024 7:38am 12.07 0 VERSION_BUMP c4898830
Dec 11, 2023 9:18am 12.04 0 VERSION_BUMP def59f68
Nov 29, 2023 9:19am 12.04 0 VERSION_BUMP 39395d7b
Nov 13, 2023 1:03pm 12.03 0 VERSION_BUMP 9118ac05
Oct 23, 2023 12:28pm 12.02 0 VERSION_BUMP e040f4ab
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