How to batch rename files on OSX

[ghostchild]

Is there a way to select all the files I want to rename and then hit a button the OS will rename them all in sequence for me such as: file 1, file 2, file 3..... etc? Windows XP does this....

 

[GGJstudios]

Name Mangler is excellent for any kind of renaming scenario.

 

[ghostchild]

how efficient is using the automator function?

 

[lwmcanada]

Automater works well, actually this is the only reason ive ever used automater. lol

 

[iVoid]

Name Mangler is excellent for any kind of renaming scenario.

Seconded! I use Name Mangler as well. Very good utility.

 

[theBigD23]

If you want to just rename sequentially, Automator is the way to go. Though NameMangler looks good.

 

[netnothing]

If you are on 10.6, check out the Finder Services section on this page:
http://www.macosxautomation.com/services/download/index.html

I use this one all the time.

If you want a really powerful one (but not free) check out:
http://www.publicspace.net/ABetterFinderRename/

-Kevin

 

[mysterytramp]

how efficient is using the automator function?

Very.

mt