Rename A File - Microsoft Support

If you're a Microsoft 365 subscriber, then the easiest way to rename or move an Office file is to open the file in your Microsoft 365 desktop application—such as Word—then select the file name on the title bar. In the menu that appears you can rename the file, select a new location to move it to, or see the version history for the file.

The file operations dialog box launched by clicking the title bar of a Word document.

If the file isn't a Microsoft Office file, or if you're not a Microsoft 365 subscriber, then the easiest way to rename or move a file on your Mac is to use Finder. Find and select the file, then select File > Rename. Type the new name and press Enter.

Screenshot of Finder integration on Mac with sync overlays for synced files

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