Today’s Question: Is there a way to rename a single image in Lightroom Classic without having to use the Rename Photo command that involves renaming based on a template? I just want to add something like “8×10 print” to the end of a filename for images I’ve sent to Photoshop to prepare for printing.
Tim’s Quick Answer: Yes, you can rename a single photo easily by making changes in the File Name field in the Metadata section of the right panel in the Library module. Just be sure not to change the filename extension when doing so.
More Detail: Lightroom Classic includes a template-based option for renaming photos either during import or later in your workflow (using the Library > Rename Photo” command). This provides a convenient and flexible way to rename photos, with a consistent approach assuming you use specific templates based on how you want to rename your images.
However, in some cases you may want to simply rename a single photo, such as to add descriptive text to the end of the filename. You can do this very easily by making changes to the File Name field found in the Metadata section of the right panel in the Library module. Simply click into the field and make any changes you’d like. As noted above, just be sure not to change the filename extension, as that can cause compatibility issues with some software.
