In the daily management of files, we often need to modify the name of the file, such as hundreds of file names to add date identification, or insert some version number parameters. If you manually operate the modification, the inefficiency is the first priority, and the second is prone to modification errors and omissions. Here we use this article to master the three quick methods of inserting text in the middle of the file name in batches. Each method explains the detailed operation steps and analyzes the advantages and disadvantages to improve the efficiency of document management. Both ordinary users and enterprise office personnel can find their own solutions.
Why do I need to add text in the middle of the file name?
- When organizing files, in order to easily distinguish different file versions and uses, adding text in the middle of the file name can mark the version number and project name for quick identification and management.
- In multi-person collaboration, insert the text of the department name or date in the middle of the file name to unify the name to avoid file confusion.
- When backing up files, by adding marks in the middle of the file name in batches, the file source and backup time can be visually displayed, which is convenient for us to find.
Preview the effect of adding text in the middle of the file name in batch
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method 1: Use HeSoft Doc Batch Tool Add text in the middle of the file name
recommend index:★★★★★
Advantages:
- support to add hundreds or thousands of files at the same time batch processing, greatly reducing the efficiency of processing files.
- Ability to insert text anywhere in the file name without limitations.
Disadvantages:
- only install software to operate on a computer.
Operation steps:
1. Open 【 HeSoft Doc Batch Tool ], select [File Name]-[Insert Text in File Name]].
2. Select one of the two methods of [Add File] or [Import File from Folder] on the right to import the file that needs to be renamed, or drag the file that needs to be added into it. After confirming that the added file is no problem, click Next.
3. Enter the position below the processing option interface where text needs to be added to the file name. For example, 7 is to insert text after the 7th character of the file name. Enter the content to be added to the file name below the text to be inserted, and click Next again.
4. After waiting for the processing to be completed, click the red path in the red box to view the file after adding text.
Method 2: Use the Windows Rename function to add text to the file name
recommend index:★★☆ ☆ ☆
advantages:
- Windows native functionality without installing additional tools.
- Simple and intuitive operation, suitable for temporary file operation.
Disadvantages:
- there is no way to perform batch operations, only one file can be modified.
- Manual operation is prone to problems of omission and modification errors.
Operation steps:
1. Select the file to add text and right-click [Rename]].
2. Enter new text in the file name to rename the file.
Method 3: Use a PowerShell script to add text to the file name
recommend index:★★★☆ ☆
advantages:
- the ability to accurately locate any position in the file name to insert text.
- Windows official support, no security risk.
Disadvantages:
- the cost of learning is high and requires basic programming knowledge.
- If the naming input error easily lead to file error.
Operation steps:
1. Select the folder containing the files to be renamed, hold down Shift and right-click, and select [Open PowerShell Windows here]].
2. Enter the name below and run it.
Get-ChildItem | Rename-Item -NewName {
$_. BaseName.Insert(7,"2025") $_. Extension
}
summary
choosing reasonable tools and methods can make the operation of adding text in batches in the middle of file names more efficient and accurate, and significantly improve the efficiency of file management. For files with a large number of bits and pieces that need to be uniformly named, use HeSoft Doc Batch Tool And PowerShell commands can quickly batch insert text anywhere in the file name, while a small number of files can be quickly modified by renaming. Let's try it together!