Windows : rename your files with special characters

1. First of all, to access this function, you need to download this Microsoft application : PowerToys

2. Once the application is installed, go to the Leviia folder as shown below :

3. Next, go to the folder where you wish to modify the characters.

4. Then right-click on the relevant folder and click on Rename with PowerRename.

A new window will appear :

In the "Apply to" section, select "Filename Only" from the drop-down menu. Then in Search for, put a dot (to find dots in files) but you can also put another special character like $ (depending on which one(s) you want). Then in the Replace with box, you'll need to put a underscore (or dash). Then click on the Apply button at bottom left.

This gives you :

5. Your files will now be renamed as you wish.

Updated on: 20/10/2025