BetterRename

The application provides a visual interface for renaming files on macOS, allowing users to add items by dragging them from Finder and arrange the list through drag‑and‑drop. As names are edited, an instant preview shows the resulting filenames, helping avoid errors before the operation is applied. It offers a sidebar of preset actions that can be combined into multi‑step renaming sequences, and supports filtering to rename only selected items.

Renaming options are grouped into fifteen categories covering text manipulation, character handling, positioning, conversion, and truncation. Advanced features include tag‑based renaming that uses file metadata, and the ability to work with content and metadata previews. The tool is designed for a range of users, from hobbyists to professionals who need precise control over large batches of files.

Specialized support is provided for digital photography and music collections. For images, the software can read EXIF data from many RAW and common formats, generate sequence numbers, and apply custom date and time formats, while music files can be renamed using metadata tags. Compatibility includes Intel and Apple Silicon Macs running macOS 10.15 Catalina through macOS 15 Sequoia.