Renaming files exported from mobile apps involves changing the default names assigned by apps during export to more meaningful identifiers. This is typically done through your device's built-in file management tools. It differs from simply exporting, as renaming requires accessing the saved file afterward to modify its name according to your organizational preferences.

For instance, if your camera app exports a photo as "IMG_20231121.jpg", you can use tools like the iOS Files app or Android's Google Files app to navigate to the location and rename it to "Vacation-Sunset.jpg". Similarly, after exporting a spreadsheet from an office app to your device's "Downloads" folder, you could find it and rename it to "Quarterly-Budget-Q4-v2.xlsx" using your phone's file manager. This practice is common across personal media organization and professional document management.

Renaming improves organization and retrieval but is limited by the file manager's capabilities and app-specific save locations. Be aware that automatic backups might retain original filenames unless manually updated. Thoughtful naming conventions significantly enhance workflow efficiency across devices and platforms.