Changelog

RenameClick Local AI 2 is now the recommended bundled local model.

The new model improves recognition and instruction following, so filenames and categories should be more accurate on images and documents.

Existing users can upgrade from the legacy local model while keeping the older model available as a rollback option.

Provider cards now handle Local, OpenAI, Google, Alibaba Cloud, LM Studio, and Ollama settings more consistently.

Model selections, pricing metadata, API-key states, and disabled states are clearer while processing is active.

Connection and timeout errors are classified more accurately, including ETIMEDOUT cases, so provider failures are easier to understand.

The bundled local AI runtime was updated for the new model.

Local model launch defaults were tuned for faster, more predictable file-processing prompts.

Model update handling was tightened so upgrades are safer across restarts and configuration changes.

RenameClick now lets you choose which file types should be processed before files enter a workflow.

Use quick presets for All, Docs, or Images, or select exact extensions such as PDF, DOCX, PNG, JPG, CSV, TIFF, and more.

The same filtering model is available across Rename, AI Search, and Auto Flow so each workspace can stay focused on the files you actually want to process.

File filters are applied at intake: file picker, folder scans, drag-and-drop, and watched Auto Flow folders.

If you choose documents only, images never enter the processing queue. If you choose PNG and PDF only, every other extension is ignored before processing starts.

This makes large mixed folders easier to work with and prevents accidental processing of unrelated files.

Functional controls such as auto-process, recursive scanning, rename/categorize toggles, and file type filters now live in the sidebar where they stay close to the active workspace.

The main toolbar is cleaner, with less visual noise around primary actions and search controls.

Auto Flow keeps the filter control next to its row actions, while Rename and AI Search expose their workflow controls directly in the sidebar.

Extension chips are more compact and easier to scan.

Credit count and the Pro action were moved into the lower sidebar area, with cleaner tooltips and a calmer premium accent.

The file filter button now uses icon-only toolbar styling, matching the rest of the compact workspace controls.

RenameClick now supports localized interface languages across the app: onboarding, settings, provider setup, result toolbars, tooltips, modals, and native desktop chrome.

The language selector is available during onboarding and later from the account/settings menu, with changes applied immediately.

The selector is built for a growing language list, so additional locales can be added without redesigning the settings UI.

Interface language controls the app UI only.

Output language still controls generated filenames and built-in category names used for destination folders.

This means you can use the app in Russian, German, Chinese, or another supported language while still generating English filenames and English folder names when your workflow requires it.

Toolbar layouts now adapt better to longer translated labels, with compact icon-first actions where space is limited.

Category preset labels, helper text, placeholders, native dialogs, menu labels, and tray actions were reviewed so the localized UI feels native instead of partially translated.

Built-in sorting presets now display category output consistently based on the selected output language.

Create saved folder presets from date fields, EXIF fields, and fixed text levels.

Build any folder depth you need, such as Location / Year / Month / Day or Camera / Lens / Event.

Each level can use fallbacks, so files without a specific metadata value can still land in a predictable folder.

Match folders scans the selected output folder and uses its existing top-level subfolders as the available categories.

AI then chooses the best existing folder for each file. This is useful when you are continuing work inside real project folders, client folders, or archive folders that already exist.

If no folder is a reasonable match, the file stays uncategorized and is applied to the output folder root.

Sorting presets are now grouped and color-coded by type: AI categories, Metadata folders, and Match folders.

Built-in presets remain view-only, while custom AI and metadata presets can be saved and reused later.

The Folder Builder preview shows the final destination path before you process files, so complex metadata structures are easier to verify.

Right-click any file or folder and choose Rename with RenameClick to send it straight into the app for AI-powered renaming.

Works with single files, multiple files, folders, mixed selections, and even files with unicode or spaces in their names.

If RenameClick is already open, files are delivered instantly and the window activates.

If the app is minimized to the tray, it opens the window and processes files automatically.

If the app is not running at all, it launches, waits for the AI model to load, then processes your selection.

When you right-click a folder, RenameClick scans it recursively for all supported file types (images and documents).

Mixed selections of files and folders work seamlessly — files are added directly, folders are scanned.

The context menu entry installs automatically on first app launch. No manual setup required.

On macOS, it appears under Quick Actions or Services in the Finder right-click menu.

On Windows, Rename with RenameClick appears directly in the File Explorer right-click menu for both files and folders. On Windows 11, look under Show more options to find it.

RenameClick now supports Alibaba Cloud as a cloud AI provider, powered by Qwen 3.5 Flash.

You can connect your Alibaba Cloud Model Studio API key and use Qwen directly inside RenameClick for fast AI-powered file renaming and categorization.

Use Qwen 3.5 Flash as an alternative to OpenAI and Google AI.

Process both images and documents.

Switch to Alibaba Cloud from the existing provider selector in the app header.

Manage your Alibaba API key directly from Provider Settings.

Adds more provider flexibility for cloud AI workflows.

Gives you a regional choice between Singapore and China (Beijing).

Offers competitive bundled token pricing for large file-processing workloads, so you can balance speed, cost, and regional preferences.

Provider Settings now show bundled input/output token pricing directly in the model list for supported cloud providers, including Alibaba Cloud.

This gives you a quick cost reference before you start processing files.

1. Open Provider Settings.

2. Select Alibaba Cloud.

3. Add your Alibaba Cloud Model Studio API key.

4. Choose Qwen 3.5 Flash.

5. Start renaming files as usual.

Qwen 3.5 Flash is currently supported in Singapore and China (Beijing).

US (Virginia) Model Studio keys are not currently supported for this model.

RenameClick automatically uses the correct supported region for your Alibaba key.

Alibaba Cloud support fits into the same RenameClick workflow you already use.

There is no separate setup flow, no provider-specific screen, and no new processing mode to learn.

If you already use cloud providers in RenameClick, Alibaba Cloud works the same way.

Each automation row now has its own dedicated settings for naming format, AI instructions, output language, and categorization.

You can now export your entire configuration (custom formats, prompts, category presets etc.) to a `.rclick` file for backup or easy transfer between devices.

The scheduler now supports processing multiple Auto Flow folders simultaneously.

Global settings are no longer locked while Auto Flow is running. You can continue manual renaming tasks with any configuration while automated workflows run in the background.

Use the new AI Search workspace to find files by intent (for example: "invoice from January", "blood test", "receipt from Amazon").

Pick a folder, enter your search term, and let AI match files by content across images and documents.

Search results are read-only by default, so you can safely discover files without renaming or moving anything.

Choose whether to scan only the selected folder or include nested subfolders with Recursive mode.

Track progress in real time with counters for Files in folder, Processed, Matched, and Errors.

When no matches are found yet, the workspace shows a live searching state while processing continues.

Matched files appear in a focused results list so you only review relevant items.

Per-file actions include Reveal in folder, Exclude from results, and Move to trash.

Search sessions are restored after restart, including term, selected folder, results, and progress counters.

While AI Search is running, Rename processing and Auto Flow watch start are locked to prevent conflicts.

Search start is also blocked when Rename or Auto Flow is already active, with clear reason tooltips in the UI.

AI Search is free to use — no credits are required for searching. Credits are used only when applying rename/move changes in other workflows.

Auto Flow is a powerful new feature that automates your file renaming and organization workflow.

Set it up once, and watch as your files are automatically renamed, categorized, and moved to the right folders.

Auto Flow monitors folders you specify and automatically processes files as they appear.

Watch Mode — Turn on Watch to start monitoring your source folder. When new files appear, they're automatically queued for processing.

Auto Apply ON — Files are processed and moved automatically — perfect for hands-off automation.

Auto Apply OFF — Files are processed but wait for your approval before moving — gives you full control to review AI suggestions.

Create multiple source-to-destination mappings: Downloads → Documents, Screenshots → Organized Photos, Scans → Categorized Invoices.

Custom Format Patterns — Use any naming format (spaces, slug-case, EXIF-based, custom patterns).

Custom Prompts — Apply specialized AI instructions for specific document types.

Category Presets — Automatically sort files into folders based on content.

Output Language — Generate filenames in your preferred language.

Processed Files — See files waiting for your approval (when Auto Apply is off).

Applied Files — Review all files that have been moved during Watch session.

Undo & Redo — Move files back to their original location or re-apply changes. Works for individual files or batch operations.

RenameClick can now sort your files into folders based on their content.

Switch to the Organizer tab, select a category preset, drop your files — the AI analyzes each file and assigns it to the best-matching category.

Built-in presets: Documents (Invoices, Contracts, Reports) and Media Files (Photos, Screenshots, Artwork, Memes).

Create custom presets with up to 8 categories — or expand to 20 with Local AI Settings.

Fine-tune the local AI engine to match your hardware and workflow.

Context Size — Token window for AI processing (affects memory usage)

Text Trim — Max characters extracted from documents

Custom Prompt Length — Character limit for custom instructions

Max Categories — Expand from 8 to 20 categories per preset

Includes a token calculator showing estimated usage for different scenarios.

Unlimited for free: Process files to see AI-generated names and categories, test custom instructions, tune local model settings.

Requires credits (30/month): Apply renames to files, move files to category folders.

Fully evaluate whether RenameClick fits your needs before subscribing.