AppleCare rep said there’s currently no native way to batch rename in the IPadOS Files app. I found a shortcut, but it duplicates the file with the rename structure AND keeps the original file as well. I then have to manually delete all the original files. Anyone know of a different shortcut/ work-around or know how to edit the shortcut below to delete the original files?
iPad Pro, iPadOS 18
Your best option is to use one of the better third-party File Manager Apps that offers this facility. An App that comes readily to mind, which I use regularly, is FileBrowser Professional by Stratospherix:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/filebrowser-professional/id854618029
You would be well advised to review the extensive online Manual and help files to determine suitability for your needs.
You're very welcome.
While I have no personal experience of FileExplorer, it appears to be one of the popular third-party File Managers. My own preference for FileBrowser Professional (Stratospherix), in addition to its excellent functionality, is its privacy policy; no data whatsoever is collected. Many other File Managers, like many other Apps, collect personal and usage data.
I’ve been using FileExplorer (OwlFiles) for years now and didn’t know it had that feature. Much easier.
Thanks
Batch renaming in iPadOS
