File naming conventions

File naming

• Files should be named consistently.
• File names should be short but descriptive (<25 characters) (Briney, 2015)
• Avoid special characters or spaces in a file name.
• Use capitals and underscores instead of periods or spaces or slashes.
• Use date format ISO 8601: YYYYMMDD.
• Include a version number (Creamer et al.

1. How do you write a naming convention?
2. What are file naming conventions in DOS?
3. How do you name a file?
4. What are the rules for naming a file folder?

How do you write a naming convention?

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1. Short but meaningful names.
2. Avoid repetition and redundancy.
3. Use capital letters to delimit words.
4. Use two digit numbers.
5. Write dates back to front.
6. Surname followed by initials.
7. Avoid common words.
8. Order elements appropriately.

What are file naming conventions in DOS?

On MS-DOS, file names are case-insensitive and limited to eight characters, plus optionally a period and three more characters.

How do you name a file?

To rename a file in Office on Android, simply open the file in the appropriate Office app (Word, Excel, etc.), then tap the file name at the top of the app. Type the new name you want and then tap Done on the keyboard.

What are the rules for naming a file folder?

Keep file and folder names short, but meaningful. Avoid unnecessary repetition and redundant words in file names and file paths. Use capital letters to delimit words, not spaces.