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title: rename_images
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## Name

rename_images.lua - rename one or more image files

## Description

Rename an image or images according to a pattern built by
the user.  It is possible to specify a different directory
in the rename pattern, which will result in a move as well as
a rename.  The database will be updated to reflect the new
name/location of the image.

## Usage

* require this script from your luarc file or start it from script_manager
* select an image or images
* enter a renaming pattern
* click the button to rename the files

## Additional Software Required


## Limitations


## Author

  Bill Ferguson - wpferguson@gmail.com