'Emacs Dired rename many files
How to rename from:
VAR1_1F_text.txt
VAR2_1F_text.txt
VAR3_2F_text.txt
to
1F_VAR1_text.txt
1F_VAR2_text.txt
2F_VAR3_text.txt
How to switch parts of filenames?
Solution 1:[1]
You could also use Magnar Sveen's multiple-cursors from here, github link.
Switch to writable dired, select the files you want to rename, M-x mc/edit-lines.
This should create multiple cursor each with its own kill history.
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| Solution | Source |
|---|---|
| Solution 1 | Mehrad Mahmoudian |