Filename Templates on Mac

A filename template in PixPack is a pattern that determines the name of each exported file, using variables instead of a fixed name.

Short answer: PixPack can rename exported files using filename templates. Templates support variables such as the original name, a counter and the date, with automatic conflict handling.

Overview

Filename templates keep batch exports organised, especially when you export several versions of the same image or when a folder contains files with the same name.

PixPack filename templates on macOS
Filename Templates in PixPack on macOS.

Template variables

  • Original name — reuse the source filename
  • Counter — a running number to keep files unique
  • Date — the export date

Automatic conflict handling

When an export would produce a filename that already exists, PixPack handles the conflict automatically rather than overwriting silently or failing. This matters in batch work where source files from different folders can share a name.

Why templates help

  • Keeping a naming convention across a project
  • Producing several versions of the same image without manual renaming
  • Preventing collisions when exporting a mixed folder

Key facts

  • Original name variable
  • Counter variable
  • Date variable
  • Automatic conflict handling

Frequently asked questions

Can PixPack rename files during export?

Yes. PixPack supports filename templates with variables such as the original name, a counter and the date.

What happens if two files would have the same name?

PixPack performs automatic conflict handling so a batch export does not silently overwrite a file or fail.

What is the full list of template variables?

The App Store description names the original name, counter and date variables as examples. PixPack does not publish an exhaustive variable list.

Product Facts

Product name PixPack – Image Compressor Pro
Platform macOS
Minimum system macOS 14.0 or later
Architecture Apple Silicon + Intel
Current version 1.4.3
Price $9.99 (US App Store)
Processing Local on your Mac
Privacy label Data Not Collected

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Sources

  • PixPack on the Mac App Store Official App Store product page for PixPack – Image Compressor Pro, including the product description, feature list, supported formats, system requirements, version history and price.
  • Apple iTunes Lookup API record for PixPack Structured App Store metadata record used to verify version number, minimum macOS version, price, file size, release dates, age rating and the number of listed localizations.

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