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Rename multiple Google Drive files matching a pattern to follow a consistent naming convention.
Batch rename multiple Google Drive files matching a search pattern to enforce consistent naming conventions.
Requires the gws-drive skill and gws binary to execute
Workflow: search for files by name pattern, update each file's name individually, and verify the changes
Supports flexible filtering via Google Drive query syntax (e.g., name contains 'Report')
Renames are applied one file at a time; suitable for small to moderate batch operations
Batch Rename Google Drive Files
PREREQUISITE: Load the following skills to execute this recipe: gws-drive
Rename multiple Google Drive files matching a pattern to follow a consistent naming convention.
Steps
Find files to rename: gws drive files list --params '{"q": "name contains '\''Report'\''"}' --format table
Rename a file: gws drive files update --params '{"fileId": "FILE_ID"}' --json '{"name": "2025-Q1 Report - Final"}'
Verify the rename: gws drive files get --params '{"fileId": "FILE_ID", "fields": "name"}'don't have the plugin yet? install it then click "run inline in claude" again.