Build a consistent filename structure for documents, photos, projects, reports, downloads, or other digital files. Choose the information you want to include and preview the result before using the pattern for your own files.
1. Choose the filename parts
Select the information you want to appear in your filenames. You can change the order later.
2. Arrange the parts
Drag the items below to change their order.
- ☰ Date
- ☰ Project
- ☰ Category
- ☰ Subject
- ☰ Version
- ☰ Status
3. Choose the separator
4. Date format
5. Text style
6. Example information
YYYY-MM-DD-project
Example filenames
Why this pattern works
Your filename starts with the date, making files easier to sort chronologically, followed by the project name for quick identification.
Practical naming tips
- Keep the important identifying information consistent.
- Avoid relying on names such as "final", "final2", or "new-final".
- Use the same date format throughout a project.
- Use version numbers when multiple revisions are expected.
- Keep filenames readable instead of adding unnecessary information.