Metadata File Renaming

Intelligent file naming using EXIF data, camera information, and file metadata

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Smart File Naming with Metadata

Extract valuable information from your files' metadata to create meaningful, descriptive file names automatically. Perfect for photos, documents, and media files.

📸 EXIF Data Extraction

Extract comprehensive EXIF data from photos including camera information, technical details, and GPS location.

📅 Date Information

Use creation dates, modification dates, and EXIF timestamps to organize files chronologically.

📷 Camera Details

Include camera make, model, lens information, and technical settings in file names.

🌍 GPS Location

Extract GPS coordinates and location data from photos for geographic organization.

📊 File Properties

Use file size, dimensions, and other properties to create descriptive file names.

🎵 Media Metadata

Extract metadata from audio and video files including artist, album, and technical information.

Available Metadata Fields

📸 Photo EXIF Data

📄 File Properties

Metadata Renaming Examples

See how metadata can transform generic file names into descriptive, organized names.

📸 Photo Organization by Date and Camera

Organize photos using EXIF date and camera information.

Before
IMG_001.jpg
DSC_002.jpg
IMG_003.jpg
After
2025-01-05-canon-eos-r5-001.jpg
2025-01-05-sony-a7r4-002.jpg
2025-01-05-canon-eos-r5-003.jpg
Pattern: {exif.dates.original}-{exif.camera.make}-{exif.camera.model}-{sequence}
Result: Date + Camera + Sequential Number

🔧 Technical Photography Details

Include technical camera settings in file names for professional photographers.

Before
portrait_001.jpg
landscape_002.jpg
macro_003.jpg
After
portrait-f2.8-1/125-ISO100-001.jpg
landscape-f8-1/250-ISO200-002.jpg
macro-f5.6-1/60-ISO400-003.jpg
Pattern: {basename}-f{exif.technical.fNumber}-{exif.technical.exposureTime}-ISO{exif.technical.iso}-{sequence}
Result: Subject + Aperture + Shutter + ISO + Number

🌍 Location-Based Organization

Organize photos by GPS location for travel and event photography.

Before
vacation_001.jpg
vacation_002.jpg
vacation_003.jpg
After
paris-2025-01-05-001.jpg
london-2025-01-06-002.jpg
rome-2025-01-07-003.jpg
Pattern: {exif.gps.location}-{exif.dates.original}-{sequence}
Result: Location + Date + Sequential Number

📊 File Size and Properties

Include file size and properties in file names for organization.

Before
document.pdf
report.docx
presentation.pptx
After
document-2.5MB-2025-01-05.pdf
report-1.2MB-2025-01-05.docx
presentation-15.8MB-2025-01-05.pptx
Pattern: {basename}-{file.size}-{file.lastModified}
Result: Name + Size + Date

Advanced Metadata Features

🔍 Smart Extraction

Automatically detect and extract available metadata from files. Handle missing or corrupted metadata gracefully.

📅 Date Formatting

Customize date formats to match your preferences. Support for various date formats and time zones.

🌍 Location Services

Convert GPS coordinates to readable location names. Support for reverse geocoding and location databases.

🔧 Technical Details

Format technical camera settings in readable formats. Convert raw EXIF values to human-readable text.

📊 File Analysis

Analyze file properties and suggest optimal naming patterns based on available metadata.

🔄 Batch Processing

Process thousands of files with metadata extraction. Handle large collections efficiently.

Perfect for These Use Cases

📸 Professional Photography

Organize client photos by date, location, and technical settings. Create professional file naming conventions.

🌍 Travel Photography

Organize travel photos by location and date. Create comprehensive travel photo collections.

📊 Document Management

Organize documents by creation date, size, and type. Create systematic document naming conventions.

🎵 Media Organization

Organize audio and video files by metadata. Extract artist, album, and technical information.

📁 Archive Management

Create comprehensive archives with metadata-rich file names. Ensure long-term organization and accessibility.

🔄 Backup Organization

Organize backup files by date, size, and source. Create systematic backup naming conventions.

Safe and Reliable

🛡️ Built-in Safety Features

  • Metadata Preservation: Original metadata is preserved during renaming operations
  • Error Handling: Graceful handling of missing or corrupted metadata
  • Preview Mode: See exactly how files will be renamed before applying changes
  • Undo Support: Full undo functionality for all metadata operations
  • Validation: Validate metadata extraction before applying changes
  • Fallback Options: Use alternative metadata sources when primary data is unavailable

⚠️ Best Practices

  • Always preview metadata extraction results before applying changes
  • Test with a small subset of files first to verify metadata availability
  • Keep backups of important files before bulk metadata operations
  • Use consistent date formats across your file collection
  • Consider file name length limits when including extensive metadata

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Transform your file collection with intelligent metadata-based naming. Extract valuable information and create meaningful file names automatically.

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