namechanger ☆

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Description:
Rename a list of files quickly

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 3.4.4@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: batch-rename file-management macos utility productivity

Install: brew install --cask namechanger

About:
NameChanger is a macOS utility designed for batch renaming of files through an intuitive graphical interface. It provides real-time preview capabilities to ensure accuracy before committing changes. The tool excels at handling complex renaming operations involving sequences, replacements, and metadata insertion.

Key Features:

Real-time preview of renaming operations
Support for sequential numbering and pattern matching
Integration with file metadata (EXIF, ID3 tags)
Regular expression support for advanced renaming
Undo functionality for safety

Use Cases:

Organizing photo libraries with consistent naming conventions
Preparing batches of documents for archival or distribution
Standardizing file names across project directories

Alternatives:

renamer – Homebrew CLI alternative with scriptable functionality
A Better Finder Rename – Commercial alternative with more advanced features

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:43pm	3.4.4	0	VERSION_BUMP	acf02fce