Rename file shortcut
Windows
F2Mac
↩returnSelect 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.
Good to know
- F2 also renames symbols in VS Code and edits the active cell in Excel for Windows.
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Questions
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.