Renaming files and folders

You can rename file and folder icons directly in Windows 7 by typing over or editing the existing file or folder name, as I outline in these steps:

1. Open the folder that contains the file you want to rename in an Explorer window such as Documents or Computer.
2. Right-click the file or folder icon, and choose Rename from the shortcut menu that appears.
3. Type the new name that you want to give the folder (up to 255 characters) or edit the existing name. You can use the Delete key to remove characters and the → or ← key to move the cursor without deleting characters.
4. When you finish editing the file or folder name, press the Enter key to complete the renaming procedure.

Tip When the file or folder name is selected for editing, typing anything entirely replaces the current name. If you want to edit the file or folder name rather than replace it, you need to click the insertion point at the place in the name that needs editing before you begin typing.