Windows 10: How can I bulk rename files using PowerShell?

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  1. DAVIDKVY
    DavidKVy Win User

    How can I bulk rename files using PowerShell?


    I have a lot of videos like this, they're in different folders and those folders are in one folder. They're named according to the time they were taken and they're named in YYYY-MM-DD HH-MM-SS time format.Now, I want to rearrange their name so the name will be in DD-MM-YYYY HH-MM time format. remove the seconds too. That means the video below name "2021-11-29 09-38-54.mp4" will be renamed to "29-11-2021 09-38.mp4". I can use a bulk rename software but it will download my "available when online" OneDrive videos and that's what I don't want. I found out that using a PowerShell command can re

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    DavidKVy, Dec 22, 2021
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  2. PAULO GM
    Paulo GM Win User

    PowerShell rename files

    Hi Henry, I am Paulo. I'm an Independent Advisor and an individual like you inclined to help.

    You can follow the steps here on how you can rename files in bulk using PowerShell

    https://www.windowscentral.com/how-rename-multi...

    You might also like to use a tool from GitHub to rename files easily. Here's a link on details

    https://www.howtogeek.com/446281/free-download-...

    (Standard disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research
    any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.)

    I hope this helps.
     
    Paulo GM, Dec 22, 2021
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  3. DARLEEN PEN
    Darleen Pen Win User
    Renaming group of files

    Hi Richard,

    There is a possibility that you are experiencing an issue with renaming the group of files because of a software conflict or damages within the files you are trying to rename. For us to provide an accurate solution, we would need you to answer the following
    questions:

    • Which build and edition of Windows is installed on your computer?
    • Why are you using the Windows PowerShell instead of File Explorer to rename the files?
    • Is your device connected to a domain network?

    PowerShell is usually used by advanced users to troubleshoot problems with Windows. You can visit this
    link as a reference on how to use PowerShell to rename files in bulk.

    We are looking forward to your response.
     
    Darleen Pen, Dec 22, 2021
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  4. BREE
    Bree Win User

    How can I bulk rename files using PowerShell?

    Rename Files In Bulk with % in Name

    Welcome to TenForums @Learn2010

    Yes, but you'll have to use PowerShell to do it. Open PowerShell in the folder containing the files to be renamed (or open a command prompt then type powershell). The command to use in powershell is:

    Code:
     
    Bree, Dec 22, 2021
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