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# Use the RenameDirectory component

# Use the RenameDirectory component {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Zurich
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* Updated July 31, 2025
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Change the name of a directory by using the RenameDirectory component in RPA Desktop Design Studio.

## Before you begin

Role required: none

## About this task

You can configure the properties for the RenameDirectory component. For more
information about these properties, see [Properties of the Directory components](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/KtYmjqWEXn2s29fYE3kGfw "Learn about the properties of the Directory components in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").

## Procedure

1. In the Toolbox pane, navigate to UtilitiesDirectory.
2. Drag the RenameDirectory component to the Design surface.
3. To configure the input fields, see [Configure port properties](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/kGXMTSCBH6H5nx8cA3ZpuA "Configure how data is passed to the input fields of a component or method in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").
4. Connect the data and control ports of the RenameDirectory component to the corresponding ports of the other components as described in the following table.  
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   | Port type | Purpose of connection | Mandatory? |
   |-|-|-|
   | Data In (directoryPath) | Takes the path to the directory from a previously executed component. | Yes |
   | Data In (newname) | Takes the new directory name from a previously executed component. | Yes |
   | Control In | Connects to the Control Out port of one or more components. | Yes |
   | Control Out | Connects to the Control In port of another component or the default end component. | No. Connecting the port is optional. |
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5. **Optional:** To test the component, under the DESIGN tab, click Run.

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