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865.Batch file rename -- How to remove everything after dash/underscore for multiple filenames?

User: editor -- 2011-10-03 << 864 866 >>

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Description:

How to remove everything after dash/underscore for multiple filenames?

Input Sample:

file1-020.gif
file2-022.gif
file3-024.gif
...

Output Sample:

file1.gif
file2.gif
file3.gif
...

Answer:

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

1. open "Tools->Batch Runner" menu
2. drag multiple files from "windows file browser" to "Batch Runner" window
3. check option of "set output filename", and change the following entry to:

4. click 'File rename', done!

Screenshot 1: Batch_Runner_Window

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