Filename CheckerPowerful filename check and rename tool

Summary

Filename Checker is a powerful tool for checking and renaming filenames, in a folder and if you like its subfolders. Now you have the ultimate tool to organize your images, MP3s, etc., or to check the filenames before burning a CD/DVD.
  • Checks for the length, all uppercase or all lowercase, an extension that is not lowercase, double spaces or underscores, and a number in brackets (Photo (3).jpg becomes Photo 03.jpg).
  • Automatic renaming for each check except the length, or only a report of what needs to be renamed.
  • Custom replace of a part of the filename, for example DSC_ by Holiday.
  • The results in colors, with the reason for each file. Right-click a file to rename it by hand, delete it or open it.
Everything about using Filename Checker is in the manual. This version is a port of the original to .NET 10 for Windows 10 and 11.

Installation

If necessary, you will be prompted to install the required .NET Desktop Runtime when you launch the app. When you launch a newly released version, Windows may display a warning. If you see the message "Microsoft Defender SmartScreen prevented an unrecognized app from starting." you can click "More info" and then "Run anyway". Alternatively, open the properties of the .exe file and select the "Unblock" checkbox. Read more...
Filename Checker with renamed files and files that need to be renamed

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Product:
Filename Checker
Version:
2026-11-13
Package:
308 KB, zip-file
Platform:
Windows 10 and 11
Release notes:
2026-11-03
Online manual (Help > Manual)
The counters count each file once
2026-10-20
The file list shows why a file is listed
Adjustable maximum filename length
Automatic update check
2026-10-12
Ported to .NET 10 (Windows 10/11)
New check "Number in brackets" (adds leading zeros)
2020-11-04
Version 0.4: Update contact information
2003-11-08
Version 0.3: Protection for accidentally renaming files
2003-09-26
Version 0.2: Save extensions (look at hints) and bug fix file mask
2003-08-11
Version 0.1: First public release