Do you find the default file naming conventions for uploads in your WordPress website cumbersome or confusing? The File Renaming on Upload plugin by WPFactory offers a simple yet powerful solution. This guide walks you through the installation process, empowering you to take control of your uploaded file names.
Step-by-Step Installation Guide
- Navigate to the Plugins Menu: Within your WordPress dashboard, locate the Plugins menu on the left-hand side and click on it.
- Access “Add New” Option: Within the Plugins menu, click on the Add New sub-menu to initiate the plugin installation process.
- Search for the Plugin: In the search bar located at the top right corner of the page, type in “File Renaming on Upload“.
- Identify the Correct Plugin: Look for the plugin developed by WPFactory. It might be listed as “File Renaming on Upload” or “File Renaming on Upload (PRO)”. Note: This guide focuses on the free version by WPFactory.
- Install and Activate: Click on the Install Now button next to the File Renaming on Upload plugin by WPFactory. Once the installation is complete, click on the Activate button to enable the plugin on your website.
Alternative Installation Method (Optional)
- Download the Plugin: You can also download the plugin directly from the WordPress Plugin Directory (https://wordpress.org/plugins/file-renaming-on-upload/). Click the Download button to save the plugin ZIP file to your computer.
- Upload the Plugin: Within your WordPress dashboard, navigate back to the Plugins menu. This time, click on the Add New sub-menu again.
- Upload ZIP File: Click on the Upload Plugin button at the top of the page. On the following screen, click on Choose File and select the downloaded ZIP file from your computer. Click Install Now to proceed.
- Activate the Plugin: Once the installation is complete, click on the Activate Plugin link to enable the File Renaming on Upload plugin on your website.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed the File Renaming on Upload plugin by WPFactory. Now you can explore its settings and features to customize how file names are handled during uploads on your WordPress website.