When each PDF file contains unique bar codes such as product number, order number or logistics number, but the file name is not the same as the bar code in the file, it will make us spend more unnecessary time to confirm the file when finding and managing the file. Especially in the e-commerce or logistics industry, the scene of bar codes in PDF is particularly extensive. In general, in this case, we usually open the PDF, copy its code after viewing the bar code, close the file, and paste the number on the file for renaming. This manual operation is inefficient. Secondly, the main problem is that when there are many files, it is easy to paste errors.
So how should I skip these repetitive tedious process, according to the PDF file bar code directly to the file name batch rename it? Today to teach you the three most convenient and simple methods, whether it is local tool-assisted operation or online tool processing can quickly learn, after reading can be used.
When do you want to change the file name of the PDF to the barcode number in the file?
Update File Name
in daily work, if the name of the PDF file is changed to the barcode number appearing in the file, it is usually to make the file easy to identify and manage. Many enterprises have to process a large number of documents every day. If the file name is not organized, it is difficult to quickly find the corresponding content, such as logistics number, commodity number or order number, and use barcode as the file name, which is equivalent to each file being affixed with a unique ID card, no matter where it is, it can be found quickly and will not be confused with other documents.
Easy system identification
when importing files, the system will automatically match the corresponding records in the database according to the file name. If the file name is not a bar code number, the system cannot correctly identify it, and even problems such as import identification, content mismatch and data confusion may occur. Therefore, we must change the PDF file name to the bar code number in the file in order for the system to read smoothly, just like writing the express number right before the express company knows who the package belongs.
Avoid human errors
when manually processing files, if the bar code and name are inconsistent, the subsequent process will be difficult to find, repeated processing or even missed problems, when the number of files is large, this risk will increase. Therefore, changing the PDF file name to a bar code can make the file completely consistent with its contents, so that all operators can recognize it at a glance and avoid manual checking, which not only reduces the workload, but also reduces human error.
Preview of the effect of renaming files according to the barcode in PDF
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method 1: Use HeSoft Doc Batch Tool Rename PDF to barcode number within document
recommended Index:★★★★★
Advantages:
- the function is more perfect, the operation is simple and easy to understand, supports batch processing of a large number of files, and with technical support, Xiaobai can also operate quickly.
- All files are processed locally, excluding the nature of the uploaded file, protecting the privacy of the user.
Disadvantages:
- only software can be installed to operate in a computer.
Operation steps:
1. Open 【 HeSoft Doc Batch Tool ], select [File Name]-[Rename PDF File with File Content]].
2. Select a method in [Add File] or [Import File from Folder] to add the PDF file to be renamed. It is also supported to drag the file to the bottom for import. After confirming that there is no problem with the file, click Next.
3. Enter the setting options interface, select [First Barcode Picture] in the search area, and select [Overwrite Entire File Name] in the location. If you need to keep the original file name, you can add a barcode number to the left or right of the file name. Finally, click Next, then click Browse to select the location to save the new file.
4. After waiting for the processing to end, click the red path to open the folder, and you can see that all PDF are successfully renamed to the barcode number in the document.
Method 2: Use online tools to identify barcodes to rename PDF files
recommended Index:★★★☆ ☆
advantages:
- there is no need to install any software and it is also free to use.
- It can be operated anytime and anywhere, and mobile devices can also handle it.
Disadvantages:
- cannot batch process multiple files, need to manually copy and paste.
- Uploading files can be a risk of privacy disclosure.
Operation steps:
1. Open the [Online Barcode Reader] website and upload PDF files.
2. Wait for the barcode number to be automatically identified, and then copy the identification result.
3. Then rename the file manually.
Method 3: Use Python script to automatically change PDF name to in-document barcode
recommended Index:★★☆ ☆ ☆
advantages:
- fully automatic batch processing, completely free.
- Can be customized for various needs.
Disadvantages:
- Python programming foundation is required, and learning costs are high.
- Python environment configuration is more complex.
Operation steps:
install the Python and Pyzbar libraries.
2. Create a new script barcode_rename.py:
import OS
from pyzbar.pyzbar import decode
from PIL import Image
import fitz # PyMuPDF
for pdf_file in OS .listdir('.'):
if pdf_file.endswith('.pdf'):
# Extract barcode
doc = fitz.open(pdf_file)
page = doc[0]
pix = page.get_pixmap()
image = Image.frombytes("RGB", [pix.width, pix.height], pix.samples)
# Recognize barcode
barcodes = decode(image)
if barcodes:
new_name = barcodes[0].data.decode() '.pdf'
OS .rename(pdf_file, new_name)
3. The last run script is automatically renamed.