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How to rename a bunch of files

I have a bunch of files starting with "NCI_" How can I rename them to start with "NCIB_" instead of "NCI_" I have tried using the below command in my folder containing the files:

rename 's/NCI_/NCIB_/' *

But it didn't work. Can anybody please help?

Solution

  • You can use the rename command as shown below:

    rename NCI_ NCIB_ *

    Check the screenshot for sample output.

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