There are a variety of ways to rename a file or folder on your computer, depending on the operating system you are using. Set out below are explanations for how to rename a file or folder in the most popular operating systems (Windows and MacOS).
Windows:
Renaming a file or folder on a Windows computer can be done by right-clicking the file or folder and then selecting the “Rename” option from the drop-down menu. You can then type in the new name for the file or folder, and press Enter or click outside the box to save the change.
Alternatively, you can select the file or folder you wish to rename, and hit “F2” on your keyboard. This will open a box where you can enter the new name for the file or folder. Once you have typed in the new name, hit the “Enter” key on your keyboard to save the changes.
MacOS:
Renaming files and folders on a Mac is very similar to the process for Windows computers. To begin, open the Finder window (or press the cmd+spacebar combination to access the Spotlight search bar). Once the Finder window (or Spotlight) is open, search for the file or folder you wish to rename. When you have located it, right-click the file or folder and select “Rename” from the menu. A box will appear, where you can enter the new name for the file or folder. Once you’ve entered the new name, click outside the box, or hit the “Enter” key on your keyboard, to save the changes.
In both Windows and MacOS, it should be noted that you cannot rename a file or folder if it is open or in use. If this is the case, you’ll need to close the file or folder before you can rename it. Additionally, it is important to check that the new name you have chosen is not already taken by another file or folder in the same location.
Overall, renaming a file or folder on your computer is a quick and easy task, no matter what operating system you are using. All you need to do is right-click the file or folder and then select “Rename” from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, you can hit the F2 or cmd+spacebar combination to open the rename box. Once you have entered the new name for the file or folder, click outside the box or hit the Enter key on your keyboard to save the changes.