recipe-batch-rename-files

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allowed-tools: Bash, Read, Write, Edit
argument-hint: [task-parameters]
description: Rename multiple Google Drive files matching a pattern to follow a consistent naming convention.
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# Batch Rename Files

Execute Google Workspace workflow: $ARGUMENTS

# Batch Rename Google Drive Files

> **PREREQUISITE:** Load the following skills to execute this recipe: `gws-drive`

Rename multiple Google Drive files matching a pattern to follow a consistent naming convention.

## Steps

1. Find files to rename: `gws drive files list --params '{"q": "name contains '\''Report'\''"}' --format table`
2. Rename a file: `gws drive files update --params '{"fileId": "FILE_ID"}' --json '{"name": "2025-Q1 Report - Final"}'`
3. Verify the rename: `gws drive files get --params '{"fileId": "FILE_ID", "fields": "name"}'`

## Task

Execute this workflow with the following parameters: $ARGUMENTS

1. **Prerequisites Check**
   - Verify `gws` CLI is installed: `gws --version`
   - Confirm authentication: `gws auth status`
   - Load required GWS skills (check PREREQUISITE section above)

2. **Parameter Preparation**
   - Parse task parameters from $ARGUMENTS
   - Validate required inputs
   - Prepare JSON payloads and flags

3. **Execute Workflow Steps**
   - Follow the steps outlined above
   - Replace placeholder IDs with actual values
   - Handle errors and retries
   - Log progress and results

4. **Verify Results**
   - Confirm each step completed successfully
   - Verify changes in Google Workspace
   - Report final status and any issues

## Tips

- Use `--dry-run` flag when available to preview changes
- Always inspect API schemas before calling: `gws schema <service>.<resource>.<method>`
- Check command help for all flags: `gws <service> <resource> <method> --help`

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**License**: Apache License 2.0
**Source**: [Google Workspace CLI](https://github.com/googleworkspace/cli)
**Original Skill**: `recipe-batch-rename-files`