Rename file shortcut

Windows

Mac

Select a file and press F2 in File Explorer, or Return in the Mac Finder, to edit its name. Press Enter or Return again to confirm.

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  • F2 also renames symbols in VS Code and edits the active cell in Excel for Windows.

Source: Microsoft Support: Keyboard shortcuts in Windows.

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What is the rename file shortcut?

Select a file and press F2 in File Explorer, or Return in the Mac Finder, to edit its name. Press Enter or Return again to confirm.

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