It is no surprise that there are a number of different ways to rename files and folders in the Finder … so keep reading to see if I know them all!

To change the name of a file or folder on Mac, simply click on the file you want to rename, you will see that it is marked with a different color from the others:

With the file selected, press the Enter  key (symbol  ) on your keyboard and you’re done. Type the new name of the file or folder.

How to Rename a File On Mac

Step 1. Choose the file that you wish to rename

Step 2. Right click on its icon to rename file on Mac

How to Rename a File On Mac

Step 3.  you can even press enter after clicking on the file

How to Rename a File On Mac

Step 4. Type the new name and then hit the enter; your file rename on Mac is complete