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911.Batch file rename -- How to remove a string of characters from multiple filenames?

User: Jon Priest -- 2012-02-01          << 910  912 >>
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Type: Batch file rename   
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Description:
What is the command for removing a "string" of characters from a file name? I.E. remove the word "project"?;
Input Sample:
filename1_project.txt 
filename2_project.txt 
filename3_project.txt
Output Sample:
filename1_.txt 
filename2_.txt 
filename3_.txt
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 window file browser to 'batch runner' window 
3. check option of 'set output filename', and change the following entry to: 
 
4. check the filename preview at the output file column 
5. click 'file rename' button, done!

Screenshot 1:  Batch_Runner_Window


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