Method 2: Rename Multiple Files using Windows 10 File Explorer To rename multiple files in bulk on Windows 10 PC, follow these steps: Note: This method is applicable if you want the same file name structure for every file. Open the File Explorer either from the taskbar or the desktop. Open the folder whose files you want to rename. Steps to change file names: Step1: Open the RAR file in WinRAR application. Step2: Right-click any file or folder name and select “Rename” option. Step3: Type a shorter name and press “Enter”. Initially choose higher level folders to rename before renaming its subfolders and files. Doing this so, potentially renames multiple file paths.
Renaming a file or folder with the WinZip® ribbon is the same as in Windows Explorer. There are three ways to enter renaming mode:
- Click the file or folder, then press F2.
- Click the file or folder twice, slowly.
- Right-click the file or folder and choose Rename from the shortcut menu.
Once you are in renaming mode, simply type the new name and press the Enter key.
How To Rename A File
If you later decide that you don't want the items renamed, close the archive without saving it (Note: any other changes will be lost).
Fastest Way To Rename Multiple Files
For large Zip files, it may be faster to rename a number of files as a batch. Select multiple files and/or folders; then press F2. A dialog will display with a list of the selected files and folders. Next, rename each file or folder by clicking on it and typing in the new name. Then, after all of the file/folder names have been updated, click OK to perform the rename.