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249.Advanced search and replace -- How to batch insert the filename into the beginning of the file conent?

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Description:

How to batch insert the filename into the beginning of the file conent?

Input Sample:

A.txt:
line1
line2

B.txt:
line1
line2

Output Sample:

A.txt:
A.txt
line1
line2

B.txt:
B.txt
line1
line2

Answer:

Hint: You need to Download and install "Replace Pioneer" on windows platform to finish following steps.

1. ctrl-h open "Replace" dialog
* select "Advanced" page
set insert begin text to:

2. click "Batch..." to open Batch Runner dialog
3. click "Pick Files" and select multiple files for processing.
4. click "Batch Replace", each filename will be added to the beginning of each file.

Screenshot 1: Replace_Advanced_Window

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