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Deep dive into renaming files with AI

This exciting new feature leverages Apple Intelligence to intelligently rename your files based on their content. Instead of manually sifting through content or trying to decipher cryptic filenames, you can now let AI suggest relevant and descriptive titles, streamlining your file organization and making your digital life more efficient.

What's new

The new 'Rename Files with AI' shortcut introduces the power of Apple Intelligence's Private Cloud Compute model to file management. This means the AI can now analyze the actual content of your files (text, images, etc.) to generate accurate and concise titles. You also have the option to provide additional context, guiding the AI to generate even more precise filenames, making it a highly adaptable tool for various file types and personal naming conventions.

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How to use this feature

  1. Run the 'Rename Files with AI' shortcut from your Shortcuts app.
  2. When prompted, select the file or multiple files you wish to rename. You can browse your device or iCloud Drive.
  3. The shortcut will ask, 'Do you want to add context?'. Select Yes to provide additional keywords or phrases, or No to let the AI rename based purely on the file's content.
  4. Apple Intelligence will then analyze the file(s) and suggest new, descriptive filenames. It will rename the file(s) automatically.
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Key capabilities

  • Contextual renaming: Provide additional input to guide the AI for highly specific naming. For example, if it's a photo of a dog, you can add 'family pet' as context.
  • Content-based analysis: The AI delves into the file's contents to understand its subject matter, rather than just relying on existing metadata or basic file types. This works for various files, including documents, images, and more.
  • Batch renaming: Select multiple files at once, and the AI will process and rename them all, saving significant time for large collections.
  • Privacy-focused: Utilizing Apple Intelligence's Private Cloud Compute model, your file content remains private and is not sent to external servers for analysis.

Tips for getting the most out of this feature

For best results with image files, ensure the image contains clear subjects or text that the AI can interpret. For text documents, the more coherent and descriptive the content, the better the AI can infer a suitable filename. Experiment with providing context even for simple files; a little guidance can often lead to a perfectly tailored name. If you're renaming a series of related files, try processing them together to see how the AI handles the batch, potentially finding common themes.

Summary

The 'Rename Files with AI' shortcut marks a significant leap in intelligent file management, offering a powerful way to organize your digital assets effortlessly. By leveraging Apple Intelligence to understand file content, it eliminates the tedious manual task of naming files, providing descriptive and relevant titles. This feature not only saves time but also enhances accessibility and discoverability across your personal and professional documents.

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