Rename Master for Windows

Quick overview

Rename Master is a free, practical utility for renaming large numbers of files quickly and precisely. It focuses on powerful functionality rather than flashy visuals, giving you fine-grained control over filenames through scripted instructions. If you often need to change many filenames at once, this tool streamlines that work while letting you preview results before applying them.

Main capabilities

• Multi-step scripts let you alter several parts of a filename in one pass.
• Built-in default script handles common tasks, with full support for saving your own custom scripts.
• Fast operation and smooth handling of large file sets.
• Live preview shows the final names before any changes are made.

Enhancements in the Renaming Script system

• Highlighted variables are now clickable and can be edited directly.
• The Insert popup menu has been refreshed for easier use.
• A new button lets you clear only disabled steps or reset all steps.
• Steps now display line numbers for easier reference.
• A new Remove Expression option has been added to that step type.
• The Skip/Execute step now indents the steps it affects for visual clarity.
• Skip/Execute also includes additional options to extend its behavior.
• A new Split and Move renaming step targets groups of similarly named files.
• Drag-and-drop ordering of steps has been enabled for quicker workflow changes.

Configuration options for scripts

• You can hide or show the Up and Down buttons on individual steps to simplify the interface.
• There is an option to disable the Format Highlighted popup if you prefer not to see it.

Path handling updates

• Recent paths are stored so you can quickly reselect commonly used locations.
• Support for UNC (network) shares has been added.
• A breadcrumb-style path selector replaces the older navigation control.

Insert Variable window improvements

• The entire Insert Variable dialog was redesigned with a simpler layout.
• Date formatting now includes example formats and date-correction options.
• A new variable supplies the current filename without its extension.
• A button is available to disable variables not present in the selected JPEG file.
• While the window is open, the target edit control receives a clear visual change.

File list and columns

• A right-click context menu has been added directly to the file list for quick actions.
• The columns context menu received several updates to improve usability.

Case, wildcards and separators

• Added support for additional characters that act as word separators when determining case and word boundaries.

File tags and metadata

• A File Tags window can be opened from the file-list context menu.
• Preliminary XMP tag support is included for JPEG files.
• Right-clicking tag entries allows copying tag names and values.

Excluded files behavior

• Excluded files are now automatically unchecked when the file list is refreshed.
• Files are left unchecked rather than being hidden, making them easier to review and re-include.

Textfile import and matching

• A Textfile Wizard helps import data from plain text files into the file list.
• Matching options were added to the Textfile tab to control how imported entries are matched to existing items.

File menu, toolbar and folder tools

• The View > Column Sizes Fit Screen option now keeps columns proportional.
• Toolbar control was replaced with an updated interface.
• Folder Tools’ popup menu has been updated for improved access to common actions.
• There is an option to generate a batch file from your planned operations.

Bug fixes and corrections

• Main window buttons were adjusted for compatibility with Large Font settings.
• The Send To action now correctly recognizes selected files when enabled.
• The Split and Remove step had an issue with full-name matches that is now resolved.
• Remove Expression matching is now case-insensitive.
• The Check/Uncheck by wildcards dialog now closes with the Escape key as expected.
• Filelist context menu fixes: Explorer “Open With” and “Share” submenus now appear; the “New Column” command runs reliably; column headers display correctly; tooltips are removed after manual edits; several Folder Browser and selection issues were corrected.
• Add to Beginning/Ending fixes: files lacking extensions and some meta-variables (for example, Date Modified) are now processed correctly; the “only on a name collision” option behaves properly.
• Renaming Script fixes: Add Counter step wording was clarified; loading scripts that lack Path and Filter settings no longer resets file selections; scripts with no steps load without error; scrollwheel behavior in the script editor was corrected.

Final notes

Rename Master remains a functional, no-frills tool focused on robust renaming capabilities. If you need a reliable bulk renamer with advanced scripting, variable handling, and comprehensive previewing, this update brings useful interface improvements and important bug fixes.