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# Rename images to match folder names (2025-08-19 18:08Z)

_**User**_

let's implement a new feature: in the same way that the sequence names are determined by the folder name, not the names of the files within the folders, I want the filenames to sync with the folder names, without disrupting the sequence themselves. For example:

Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_hardhat_hd was the original name of the sequence folder, so all the images in the sequence are Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_hardhat_hd_######

The folder name was changed to Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2, so all the images should be renamed to Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_######

It should note the final characters of each image; the final six should be numerical, with an underscore in front of them, i.e. _001024.png. If it's a sequence from sheepit, it will be only 4 with no underscore, i.e. 1024.png. These should all be renamed to [seq folder name]_###### and if there are only four digits, it should add 00 before those digits.

This operation should run before anything is copied to _CURRENT. All sequence names should be checked, and renamed if a mismatch is detected.

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_**Assistant**_

<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Implementing file renaming**

I need to enhance the existing PowerShell script, UpdateSequences.ps1. Right now, it scans daily_* directories for sequences and handles timestamps and file counts. The user wants filenames in each sequence folder to follow a specific naming pattern before mirroring with robocopy to _CURRENT. I need to check all sequence names for mismatches, detect suffixes, and rename them according to the specified pattern while keeping the file extension. This operation needs to happen during the scanning step!
**Ensuring file naming consistency**

I need to make sure renaming files doesn't disrupt the sequence. The sequence files have continuous numbering, so I only want to change the filename prefix to match the folder name. I also need to handle nested directories and exclude any _archive directories. The goal is to rename mostly .png files, but we might encounter other extensions like .jpg. I must enforce the right format, ensuring six digits and including an underscore, especially for sheepit sequences.
**Creating regex patterns for renaming**

I need to design regex patterns to ensure the correct renaming of the files. One pattern to look for is: ^(.+?)_(\d{6})(\.[^\.]+)$, which captures an underscore followed by six digits. However, examples indicate there might be variations with only four digits or additional underscores and hyphens. I should also account for sequences with more than six digits, even though the criteria specify only six should be numerical. If a mismatch occurs, I might skip renaming; otherwise, I'll rename using the folder name followed by the formatted number and extension.
**Clarifying renaming approach**

I’m thinking about using the -Recurse feature for scanning, but the rename should only affect files directly inside each sequence folder listed in seqDirs, without touching nested subfolders. I’ll employ Get-ChildItem -File to get just the files without using -Recurse, which fits typical folder structures. This renaming should be completed before mirroring to _CURRENT. I'll add the renaming step prior to building the mapDaily. I wonder if the rename might influence LastWriteTime, but typically, it shouldn’t change that timestamp.
**Implementing renaming function**

I need to implement the renaming function in UpdateSequences.ps1 after determining the seqDirs list. The renaming needs to occur before anything is copied to _CURRENT, and while scanning, I’ll ensure it doesn’t affect nested subfolders. I'll create a function named Sync-SequenceFilenames that encapsulates the renaming logic and handles possible collisions by skipping renames or logging warnings.

I'll also track renaming statistics and ensure the code adheres to the specified indentation and variable naming conventions. This will all be integrated smoothly into the workflow, preserving sequence integrity without disrupting the overall structure.
**Implementing Sync-SequenceFilenames function**

I'll implement the Sync-SequenceFilenames function to handle file renaming. This function will track how many files are renamed, how many collisions occur, and any errors that might arise. I'll ensure it checks for naming patterns, manages collisions by skipping problematic renames, and logs events as needed.

While integrating it into the main workflow, I'll initialize the necessary counters and call this function before processing the next steps. I'll ensure all variables are defined correctly, maintain proper indentation throughout, and apply the patch while keeping logging and console output concise!</details></think>

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I'll add a pre-copy renaming step that ensures image filenames inside each sequence folder match the folder name, normalizing endings to _###### (padding 4 digits to 6). I'll implement a function to do this safely (handling collisions and errors), call it for every sequence folder during the scan, and include a concise summary of rename results. Now I'll make the edits.

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I'll check for any linter issues introduced by the edit.

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Renaming variable for clarity**

I'm noticing a linter warning about the variable 'args' being an automatic variable, which is causing complaints in the existing code. Since $args holds robocopy parameters and is an automatic variable in PowerShell, I’m thinking we should rename it to $robocopyArgs for clarity. I’ll modify UpdateSequences.ps1 and use an apply_patch function to change all occurrences. I also need to ensure that my recent change with Sync-SequenceFilenames didn't disrupt anything. Finally, I'll update the lints tool after making the edits.
**Renaming files based on patterns**

I’m working on renaming files according to the folder name, handling two specific patterns: _\d{6} for those that have an underscore and \d{4} without it. I need to pad the shorter version to six digits with a '00' prefix and leave other files as they are. The requirements mention that the final image characters should be numerical with an underscore for the six-digit pattern, and without for the four-digit one. Also, I plan to skip files that already have the correct base name and avoid renaming files in subfolders, as that isn’t necessary.
**Updating logging and variables**

I’m on track with logging to the logFile and handling collision by skipping existing targets while counting them. We've also modified the summary to reflect the number of files renamed, which is great! Now, I need to rename $args to $robocopyArgs and apply that patch. I should double-check that we've used the 'Status update' requirement properly; we included micro-updates in our first assistant message, which mentioned checking for linter issues after edits, so now it's time to fix that warning and call read_lints again.</details></think>

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I'll fix the linter warning by renaming the `$args` variable used for robocopy parameters to `$robocopyArgs` and update its usage accordingly, then re-run lint checks.

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- Added a pre-copy renaming step. New `Sync-SequenceFilenames` scans each sequence folder and renames files to match the folder name with a normalized numeric suffix:
  - Accepts endings `_######` or `####` (sheepit); pads 4 digits to 6 and enforces `[folder]_######.ext`.
  - Skips files not matching either pattern.
  - Avoids overwriting existing files (counts as collision).
  - Logs each rename/collision/error to `_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log`.

- Integrated into the scan loop so every sequence folder is normalized before copy to `_CURRENT`.

- Summary now includes rename stats: `Files renamed`, `collisions`, `errors`.

You can run `UpdateSequences.ps1` as usual; it will rename mismatched filenames first, then mirror to `_CURRENT`.

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_**User**_

it didn't rename anything:

  Running PowerShell update script...
=== UPDATE PLAN ===
[MAPCOUNT]|count=16
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250818\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02|curYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250611\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07|curYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22|curYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45|curYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250703\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09|curYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250618\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27|curYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38|curYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37|curYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37
[META]|dailiesScanned=12|sequencesTotal=16|toCopy=0
==================
=== SUMMARY REPORT ===
Dailies scanned: 12
Sequences found: 16
Planned copies: 0
Completed OK: 0
Completed FAIL: 0

=== SKIPPED SEQUENCES ===
reason=notNewer (16 sequences):
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2
========================
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@C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log
PowerShell exited with RC=0
@"_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log"
Done.

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_**Assistant**_

<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Analyzing folder structure logic**

I’m considering the logic where if `$seqDirs.Count` equals zero, I treat the daily folder as a sequence folder. However, typically we have sequence subfolders. But what if there are sequences nested inside these folders, not just images? For example, with 'Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2', there could be a subfolder like '2_2_hardhat_hd' with images. The original folder name changed, so now it indicates images are inside this folder. I need to check how the PowerShell script is invoked in UpdateSequences.bat.
**Assessing update script issues**

I’m analyzing the situation where if someone staged a copy on their Desktop, it might not have the updated PowerShell script. The solution seems to be to update the batch file to call the PowerShell script located in the same directory, but both should actually be in the same folder. There's also the need to ensure the function writes "Files renamed: ...", as it wasn't observed. 

I’ll suggest updating the batch file to echo rename stats, and I’ve already added the fix in the PowerShell script. To help the user, I think I should ask them to run the updated script and check the log file for "RENAME:" lines to confirm everything is working. I might also suggest pasting a sample file name into one of the sequence folders to validate the pattern.
**Improving script functionality**

I’m following the developer’s instruction to enhance the script without needing to ask too many questions. Since we don’t have access to the remote environment, I think I can improve the code to be more aggressive. One idea is to print a per-folder renaming summary, so the user is aware of what’s happening.

I’ll also modify the file loop to ensure it includes matching extensions like PNG, JPG, EXR, TIF, etc., instead of renaming all files, which might incorrectly include .blend or .txt files. 

Hmm, I wonder if using the `-LiteralPath` option with `Get-ChildItem` on Windows PowerShell might not return results when there are many files? Additionally, images might use uppercase extensions, but that shouldn't affect things. Given all this uncertainty, I’ll enhance the script with more instrumentation by adding `Write-Host` for renaming counts and ensuring totals get printed in the summary. 

I’m also considering adding `-Recurse` to support nested subfolders for sequences that contain frames.
**Renaming files with recursion consideration**

The requirement states to rename files within the sequence folder, but I’m thinking it might be safer to use the `-Recurse` option. This might inadvertently rename files in nested directories, but it likely won’t cause harm. The user did ask that “all sequence names should be checked,” not necessarily those in subfolders. 

So, I can add an optional recursion parameter, defaulting to false, to avoid this issue. However, I consider trying `-Recurse` while excluding any `_archive` folders. I’ll follow the previous logic where counting files included `-Recurse`, so renaming might as well. Since it’s safe to rename recursively, as the frames would follow the same digit pattern, I’ll ensure we maintain the relative paths during renaming.
**Updating Sync-SequenceFilenames**

I need to implement changes in `Sync-SequenceFilenames` by adjusting how I gather files. I’ll include the `-Recurse` flag while filtering out the `_archive` folder. To refine the selection further, I’ll restrict it to specific image extensions like .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .exr, .tif, .tiff, and .bmp since they might primarily use .png files.

When handling filename collisions, I’m considering avoiding deleting the source after renaming, as that could be unsafe. Instead, I’ll skip collisions. Also, I’ll add `Write-Host` messages to the console to show a summary when files are renamed or if there are any collisions or errors.

I’ll ensure the summary reads, "Files renamed: ..." and check that it’s printed correctly. Since they might not see this totals line, I’ll update `UpdateSequences.bat` to mention that stats will appear, but no modifications are needed for the batch file itself. I’ll reference the current file content and use `read_file` to fetch the latest `UpdateSequences.ps1` so I can craft the necessary patches and console messages. Let's get to it!</details></think>

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Let me inspect the current scripts to confirm how the PowerShell is invoked and enhance the renaming to work recursively and show per-folder rename summaries.

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Read file: undefined

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Diagnosing renaming issues**

I need to figure out why renaming didn’t occur. The code’s supposed to iterate over files in the sequence folder and rename them if they match specific patterns. However, it shows zero renamed. A key possibility is that files might be in a subfolder like 'renders' or 'exr,' which aren’t being checked since the code isn’t recursive. The requirement mentioned not disrupting the sequences but didn’t clarify about nested directories. The matching pattern seems good, but I need to check if underscores in file names are causing issues too.
**Investigating renaming conditions**

In the example 'Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_hardhat_hd_001024.png', the base is identified as '..._hardhat_hd_001024', and the digits extracted are '001024'. This sets the target base to "$SequenceName" + '_' + $digits. However, the code only renames if $base is not equal to $targetBase. The puzzling part is that the log shows zero files renamed, and there's no mention of 'Files renamed...' in the UpdateSequences output. It seems like the sequences are being skipped altogether, which might explain why no renaming has occurred.
**Examining script execution discrepancies**

It seems the user may have run a different version of the script, possibly through UpdateSequences.bat using an alternate path. They noted that UpdateSequences.ps1 has 241 lines, whereas our previous version had 179 lines. Their output is missing a new line I expect to see. Despite "PowerShell exited with RC=0," the log shows 16 sequences were skipped. This likely indicates the script scanned but didn't find the 'Files renamed...' line, suggesting they ran it from a different directory on their Desktop instead of the original workspace location.
**Comparing BAT file executions**

It seems the user might be running the BAT file from the project root, which calls 'powershell.exe -File UpdateSequences.ps1'. However, it's possible that it points to a different .ps1 path than intended. To clarify what the scripts are calling, I’ll need to read both the UpdateSequences.bat in the workspace and the one on their Desktop. I'll perform a parallel read of both BAT files to see the differences in their configurations and any paths they reference.</details></think>

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I'll open the batch files to see how the PowerShell script is invoked and verify we're executing the updated `UpdateSequences.ps1`.

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Read file: undefined

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Analyzing file renaming issue**

It seems the user reported that files weren't renamed. Our code only renames files if their names match specific patterns—either ending with _###### or ####. The folders likely have spaces, which shouldn't be an issue. I’m wondering if the files are actually in subfolders, as we only rename at the top-level folder, not recursively. The user's output doesn't include the "Files renamed:" line, which is odd. Their completion summary looks different from what we expect.
**Investigating batch file confusion**

The logs I see show completed OK/FAIL lines but no "Files renamed" line. This could mean the user ran a different PowerShell script, the one located in their A:\ path through a batch file. It looks like there are two batch files—one in their workspace pointing to the A:\ directory and a different one on their desktop. Their output suggests they executed the desktop batch file, as the log reflects a path related to that file. This mix-up may be causing the issues.
**Clarifying script path issues**

It looks like the PowerShell script path might still point to an older version on A:\ that doesn’t include the rename step. This could explain why nothing was renamed. I think we should make sure the batch file points to the updated script in the local directory, preferably using `%dp0` for better referencing. We might also need to edit the desktop batch file. Additionally, it’s crucial to create a safety check to print the script path being used, and ensure that renaming supports specific file extensions and checks all sequences in each folder.
**Updating script to improve functionality**

Currently, the renaming pattern might accidentally rename non-image files, which isn’t ideal. The missing "Files renamed" line in the user's output indicates they used an outdated script. I should update `UpdateSequences.bat` to use the local path and check for errors. It's probably good to echo the PowerShell script path too. As for `UpgradeToGitProj.bat`, it seems unnecessary to change that, so I’ll focus on updating the workspace `UpdateSequences.bat`, confirming it’s pointing to the A:\ path, and ensuring it uses the current directory.
**Ensuring renaming function works properly**

I need to make sure that the renaming function works with images that might be nested in subdirectories. The user's mention of images in the "sequence folder" suggests they could be in subfolders, but the example also indicates they likely remain in the same folder. Our current code matches files based on specific suffixes, which is fine. However, we only process top-level files, and if there are subfolders, those won't be renamed. 

It looks like we missed writing the files renamed count to the console in the "UPDATE PLAN," indicating the user may have executed an older script. A good next step is to fix the batch file to point to the workspace script and make console updates for folder rename counts. I will also guide the user to run the batch file from the workspace.</details></think>

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I'll update `UpdateSequences.bat` to invoke the PowerShell script from the same directory as the batch file (instead of a hardcoded A:\ path), and echo the path used so we can confirm it's the updated script. Then I'll re-open the file to verify the change.

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Evaluating file enumeration**

The function I’m working with only looks at files in the sequence folder, not any subfolders. Usually, the frames are right inside that folder. The user’s example displays images in the sequence folder, but there might be subfolders like `sheepit_results`. 

I’m considering that if there are no subdirectories, then the sequence folder could just be the daily directory itself. That scenario is possible, but not typical. Normally, daily directories have subfolders for each sequence. If there are subdirectories, I expected renaming to occur, but the summary output shows no “Files renamed” line.
**Investigating script discrepancies**

I see that the updated script includes a line that's missing from their run output, suggesting their batch script might be linking to an older ps1 file at a hardcoded A:\ path. Their batch shows the A:\ path, and when they executed "Running PowerShell update script...", it matches their output but skips the "Using script: ..." line, which was added recently. 

Their reported "UpdateSequences.ps1 (total lines: 241)" aligns with our view, but the batch file they used could be referencing an outdated version. I notice they might be running a different batch file from their Desktop path, which has 12 lines and had hardcoded A:\ references.
**Clarifying batch file usage</details></think>

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_**User**_

no. it ran the script that it's pointing to, I know that's not the issue. if that path wasn't working, it wouldn't even have ran.

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_**Assistant**_

<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Debugging the renaming process**

I need to figure out why the renaming didn't occur. The script added Sync-SequenceFilenames, which only renames files within each sequence folder but might miss files in subfolders. In Blender, the output sequences could be directly in the sequence folder. Additionally, my matching logic looked at filenames without extensions, needing a specific format with digits. For example, "Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_hardhat_hd_######" has an extra suffix that causes it not to match. I'm puzzled about why nothing got renamed.
**Investigating output discrepancies**

I'm looking into why "Files renamed:" wasn’t printed. He mentioned that he pasted output from UpdateSequences.ps1, which now has 241 lines versus 179. However, I noticed his output doesn’t include the expected "Files renamed:" line. After "Completed FAIL," the output skips to the skipped sequences list, which is odd. This suggests he might be pointing to another script. He claims it's correct, but I see a local copy outside the workspace he might be running. This could explain the discrepancy.
**Clarifying script issues**

It seems he may have copied the updated .ps1 file to a different directory. The batch file he runs uses a hardcoded path pointing to "A:\1 Amazon..." and he rejected changes. The path in question is "A:\1 Amazon_Active_Projects\3 ProjectStructure\UpdateSequences.ps1," while our workspace is at "T:\ProjectStructure." This discrepancy suggests he's running an old .ps1 version from A: rather than the updated one. That could explain the absence of the "Files renamed" line, even though he states it ran without issues.
**Enhancing the renaming function**

Since we don't have access, I need to enhance our function by adding logging at the start of the renaming process for each folder. It's crucial to ensure we process images recursively since they might be nested. However, he mentioned that renaming inside subfolders could disrupt sequences, but typically images aren't in subdirectories. We should focus on extensions like .png, .jpg, .exr, and .tif. There are potential reasons for not renaming anything, like files having different digit patterns or names that still fit our conditions for renaming.
**Revising renaming logic**

We need to make our renaming function more robust by adding logging for actions taken per folder. We're using `Get-ChildItem -File`, but I need to ensure we handle hidden files. The script iterates through sequence directories, but if there are no nested subdirectories, it might limit the renaming process. 

Since he said the sequence images should stay intact, renaming in subfolders could cause issues. I'll ensure we only look for images with standard extensions. There are several reasons why no files were renamed, such as having the wrong digit patterns.

I want to log a summary after each renaming attempt and expand our matching criteria for collisions and renaming, including handling cases for filenames without underscores. Additionally, I’ll recommend the user check the log file for rename entries to verify if our script ran correctly.

To manage collisions, I could skip or identify content similarities. I'll also make sure that we can match filenames that need underscores added and provide detailed console output as the renaming task processes. It’s essential to clearly indicate all actions in the logs and make adjustments to successfully track renaming activity!
**Applying patch modifications**

I’m planning to apply some modifications to the `Sync-SequenceFilenames` function. First, I’ll add a condition to match filenames with six digits without an underscore. I need to be careful about the order of checks: I’ll verify the underscore version first, then proceed to check for plain six-digit matches, and finally the four-digit ones.

After calling the renaming function in the loop, I’ll add a `Write-Host` line to summarize any renames, collisions, or errors for clarity, ensuring he can see these details. I want to log "RENAME CHECK ..." at the start of each sequence processing too. 

When iterating through each sequence directory, I’ll log the path and sequence name immediately. Then, I’ll call the rename function and highlight any non-zero results in green or yellow. It’s important to note that we didn't change the batch file since those changes were rejected. Now, let’s run the patch!</details></think>

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I'll add more robust filename matching (also handle six digits without underscore), log a per-folder rename summary to the console, and log a "RENAME CHECK" line into the log so you can verify the renamer ran in each sequence. Then I'll update the script accordingly.

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Evaluating file renaming issues**

I need to respond clearly while also following developer instructions. The user mentioned "it didn't rename anything,” so I have to add logging for rename checks and summaries. Our previous code worked, but files might not match patterns due to underscores or digit counts. There's a chance the images are in subfolders rather than directly within the sequence folder. I need to consider that sequences can include multiple passes or nested files, which requires a more robust approach.
**Improving the renaming process**

They didn't mention subfolders, but to be cautious, I think we should switch to using -Recurse. However, I need to ensure that files in the _archive folder aren't renamed since we only filtered it out in the global count before. If I go with -Recurse, any path containing \_archive\ should be excluded. I'll also add logging for "RENAME CHECK" for each sequence and use write-host to print console messages to help with debugging. This should help clarify the renaming summary, especially since it showed 0 files renamed.
**Assessing rename necessity**

Next, I should compare paths to determine if a rename is needed. The pattern utilizes base name matching, like in "Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_hardhat_hd_001024.png", which has the suffix "hardhat_hd" and ends with six digits. This means the new target base would be "Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2_001024,” so a rename should happen. However, I suspect renaming didn’t occur because I only scanned top-level directories. If sequences are deeper within subdirectories like 'render' or 'unified', my renamer missed those files. Typically, Blender outputs files directly into the 'seq' folder, but I’m not totally certain of this.
**Addressing renaming issues**

Our filter correctly matches four digits without an underscore, like the '1024.png' at the end of their sheepit. So, while it's fine that we pad with '00', I wonder if issues could arise from case sensitivity or file extensions. They mentioned running UpdateSequences.bat, but maybe their PS1 path is outdated. Since the renamer function returned zero files renamed, I think we should incorporate -Recurse to cover nested files and exclude _archive. I'll add an extensions filter for common images but focus specifically on .png since that’s a requirement. We also need to check all sequence names and rename any mismatches detected.
**Modifying the renaming process**

I can check only files ending in digits and ensure this operation runs before any copying, which I think we're already doing. I want to modify `Sync-SequenceFilenames` to gather files with -Recurse, excluding those with '_archive' and including relevant extensions like .png and .exr. I’ll log per sequence to the console, especially during DebugMode or for non-zero renames. It sounds like the user wants detailed results, so I’ll write logs as we process sequences and make adjustments to track the counts. After making these edits, I'll run lints to ensure everything's in order before applying the patch.</details></think>

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I'll enhance the renamer to recurse into subfolders (excluding `_archive`), handle six digits without underscore, restrict to common image extensions, and log a per-sequence rename summary to both the log and console (shown when there are any renames/collisions/errors or when DebugMode is on). Then I'll re-run lint checks.

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Analyzing renaming process**

I’m checking the request to list "all sequence names" while renaming files in a specific folder structure, excluding anything with "_archive." It seems like the sequence folder name corresponds to $s.Name. However, the earlier scan was looking at immediate directories under "daily." If there are no subfolders, this could lead to renaming files incorrectly. Their dataset does show subfolders named with sequence names, so I'm questioning why there haven't been renames happening.
**Inspecting output for renamer**

I’m taking a look at the output, and I see that toCopy is set to 0. Our renamer only logs details if DebugMode is on or if renames or errors are found. Since the user didn't provide any rename log lines, it might mean no matches were found. There could be several reasons for this, like filenames having uppercase extensions or being in nested subfolders. Additionally, the file names might contain digits without the expected underscore, or different digit lengths. I’ll need to keep these variations in mind!
**Evaluating renaming parameters**

The user mentioned that the final six characters should be numerical with an underscore, while "sheepit" uses no underscore. I wonder if non-image files might be causing issues, but that doesn't seem to matter right now. It’s important we call Sync-SequenceFilenames before computing $young, and I believe we've done that. Also, the folder renaming might need to happen in both the source and _CURRENT folders before copying. The user said nothing was renamed, so we’ll ensure the fix is clear and maybe add some dry run info. Let’s check that the script path is used correctly too.
**Addressing potential collisions**

I’m considering potential collisions, where a file might already exist with the targeted name, which could explain why some sequences are correct. In folders where names have changed, mismatches might occur, and renaming should address those. Another possibility is that files are nested deeper in subfolders, but our recursion is set up to handle that. We need to ensure non-image files like camera configs are excluded. Instead of asking the user to rerun, I'll suggest they should see “[RENAME]” lines and handle any long paths or case differences appropriately.
**Summarizing code improvements**

I need to confirm we're using Set-StrictMode Latest, as it may affect how $Matches is used. I’ve re-evaluated the variable's uses inside 'elseif' statements, and that seems fine. We also implemented a negative lookbehind to ensure six digits aren't preceded by an underscore, which is good. Now, I need to prepare a concise note instructing the user to run the process again, detailing the changes like recursive logging and filtering. I’ll mention the DebugMode switch and highlight new console lines without heavy formatting but keeping it technical yet clear.</details></think>

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- I added a robust pre-copy renamer that now:
  - Recurses into subfolders (excluding `_archive`) and only targets common image extensions.
  - Detects endings of `_######`, `######` (no underscore), or `####` (sheepit) and pads 4-digit endings to 6.
  - Renames to `[sequence-folder-name]_######.ext`, dropping any extra suffixes (e.g., `_hardhat_hd`).
  - Logs a per-sequence line to console when there’s any activity: `[RENAME]|<folder>|<seq>|checked=X|renamed=Y|collisions=Z|errors=W`. With `-DebugMode`, it prints even if 0 renames.

- What to expect when you re-run:
  - You should see `[RENAME]|...` lines for sequences containing files that don’t already match the folder name.
  - The `_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log` will include “RENAME CHECK” entries and detailed rename lines.

- If you still see 0 renames, share one example filename from inside a sequence folder; I’ll adapt the matcher if the pattern differs (e.g., different digit counts or suffix format).

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_**User**_

no renames.
@c:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log 

  Running PowerShell update script...
=== UPDATE PLAN ===
[MAPCOUNT]|count=16
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250818\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02|curYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250611\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07|curYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22|curYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45|curYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250703\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09|curYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250618\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27|curYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38|curYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37|curYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37
[META]|dailiesScanned=12|sequencesTotal=16|toCopy=0
==================
=== SUMMARY REPORT ===
Dailies scanned: 12
Sequences found: 16
Planned copies: 0
Completed OK: 0
Completed FAIL: 0

=== SKIPPED SEQUENCES ===
reason=notNewer (16 sequences):
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2
========================
=====================
@C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log
PowerShell exited with RC=0
@"_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log"
Done.

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_**Assistant**_

I need to see the actual log file to understand what's happening. Let me check the log file to see if the rename checks are running and what files are being found.


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Read file: c:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log

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I can see the issue! The log shows this is an old run from August 2025, not the current run with the updated script. The current run should show "RENAME CHECK" entries and the new rename functionality. 

Let me check if there are any recent log entries or if the script is actually running the updated version. Let me also add some debug output to verify the script is being executed.


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Tool apply_patch not found.

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Cancelled

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_**User**_

just check the log lines from today

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_**Assistant**_

I can see the issue now! Looking at the log, the script is running but it's completing in just 1 second with no rename activity logged. This suggests the script is exiting early or not executing the rename logic.

The recent runs show:
- `[2025-08-20 11:36:08] === UpdateSequences (ps1) completed (d=12 seq=16 ok=0 fail=0) ===`
- `[2025-08-20 11:36:38] === UpdateSequences (ps1) completed (d=12 seq=16 ok=0 fail=0) ===`
- `[2025-08-20 11:37:00] === UpdateSequences (ps1) completed (d=12 seq=16 ok=0 fail=0) ===`

All completing in ~1 second with 0 copies, which means the script is hitting the "notNewer" condition and skipping everything before it even gets to the rename logic.

The issue is likely that the script is running the old version from the hardcoded path `A:\1 Amazon_Active_Projects\3 ProjectStructure\UpdateSequences.ps1` instead of the updated local version.

To fix this, you need to either:
1. Update the hardcoded path in `UpdateSequences.bat` to point to your current location, or
2. Copy the updated `UpdateSequences.ps1` to the hardcoded path `A:\1 Amazon_Active_Projects\3 ProjectStructure\`

The script is working - it's just not the updated version with the rename functionality.

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_**User**_

ah, ok. looks good. I'll have to test this with SheepIt later.

   Running PowerShell update script...
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|checked=221|renamed=36|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|checked=300|renamed=300|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|checked=201|renamed=201|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|checked=683|renamed=683|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|checked=233|renamed=233|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|checked=179|renamed=179|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250407\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|checked=200|renamed=200|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250429_nobubs\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|checked=201|renamed=201|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250429_nobubs\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|checked=233|renamed=233|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250429_nobubs\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|checked=179|renamed=179|collisions=0|errors=0
[RENAME]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250429_nobubs\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|checked=200|renamed=200|collisions=0|errors=0
=== UPDATE PLAN ===
[MAPCOUNT]|count=16
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:00:24
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250818\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02|curYoung=2025-08-18T14:07:02
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:17:28
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250611\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07|curYoung=2025-06-11T14:58:07
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22|curYoung=2025-06-13T12:53:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45|curYoung=2025-06-13T11:44:45
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250703\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09|curYoung=2025-07-03T10:22:09
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22|curYoung=2025-07-15T11:22:22
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250618\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27|curYoung=2025-06-18T12:59:27
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38|curYoung=2025-06-13T15:18:38
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250715\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53|curYoung=2025-07-15T16:16:53
[SKIP]|C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\daily_250613\Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2|reason=notNewer|srcYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37|curYoung=2025-06-13T16:03:37
[META]|dailiesScanned=12|sequencesTotal=16|toCopy=0
==================
=== SUMMARY REPORT ===
Dailies scanned: 12
Sequences found: 16
Planned copies: 0
Completed OK: 0
Completed FAIL: 0
Files renamed: 2645 (collisions: 0, errors: 0)

=== SKIPPED SEQUENCES ===
reason=notNewer (16 sequences):
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 1_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_insert
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 4_2
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1
  - Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2
========================
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@C:\Users\Nathan\Desktop\Path 1\_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log
PowerShell exited with RC=0
@"_CURRENT\_UpdateSequences.log"
Done.

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_**Assistant**_

Perfect! The rename functionality is now working exactly as intended. Here's what happened:

**Successfully renamed 2,645 files across 10 sequences:**
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 2_2`: 36 files renamed (221 checked)
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3`: 300 files renamed (300 checked) 
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 3_1`: 201 files renamed (201 checked)
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 5`: 683 files renamed (683 checked)
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6`: 233 files renamed (233 checked)
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_1`: 179 files renamed (179 checked)
- `Path 1_Animation 1_Scene 6_2`: 200 files renamed (200 checked)
- And 3 more sequences from the `daily_250429_nobubs` folder

**Key observations:**
- **0 collisions** - No filename conflicts occurred
- **0 errors** - All renames completed successfully
- The script correctly identified sequences with mismatched filenames and normalized them to match their folder names
- Files that already had the correct naming pattern were skipped (like the 36 files in Scene 2_2 where only some needed renaming)

**For SheepIt testing later:**
The script will handle 4-digit endings (like `1024.png`) by padding them to 6 digits (`001024.png`) and adding the underscore prefix to match the `[folder]_######.ext` pattern.

The rename operation ran before any copying to `_CURRENT`, so all sequences now have properly synchronized filenames that match their folder names. Great success!

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_**User**_

2 edits:
1. @UpdateSequences.bat let's have it so that when it finds a sequence to replace, it wipes the entire sequence from _CURRENT.
2. @UpdateAllSequences.bat let's have this batch hit enter every time the batches `echo Done.` so that the updateseq batch can still have a pause in it without having to do so manually.

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_**Assistant**_

<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Updating sequence edits**

The user wants an update where the script wipes the entire sequence from _CURRENT before making a copy. To do that, we can modify the batch file to output the plan first. Then, before copying any files, the existing sequences should be deleted. Currently, the PowerShell script doesn’t support this as it prints the plan and then executes the copy. We might also consider modifying the PowerShell script to delete the destination directory before proceeding with robocopy to meet the user’s request more simply.
**Editing UpdateSequences.bat**

The user requested edits to UpdateSequences.bat, but the detection for replacing sequences seems tied to the PowerShell script (PS). I recognize that while the request focuses on the batch file, we can mirror that functionality in PowerShell to manage deletions better. Our instructions tell us not to output code, so I need to create a TODO list with two items. 

First, I’ll modify UpdateSequences.ps1 to delete destination folder contents before copying, ensuring it wipes out previous data as per the user's requirements. I'll log these deletions.
**Clarifying user requests**

The user specifically wanted changes to UpdateSequences.bat, but I see that modifying the PowerShell script can ensure the wiping functionality. However, let's focus on the user's second request regarding UpdateAllSequences.bat. They want this script to automatically hit enter every time it shows "Done," allowing it to pause without needing manual input. 

Currently, UpdateSequences.bat ends with "exit /b %rc%", which doesn't incorporate a pause. I’ll explore using echo to send a newline, but I need to clarify if it will work properly with the pause command in the inner script.
**Exploring methods for batch processes**

I’m considering several ways to handle input for UpdateSequences.bat. One approach is using `echo.|call "UpdateSequences.bat"` to send a newline, or I could try `cmd /c ""UpdateSequences.bat" < NUL"` for an EOF, but that doesn't trigger the pause effectively. The pause command reads from STDIN, so it seems like providing a newline via an echo pipe should work. 

While using `call` within a loop, I also need to be mindful of the errorlevel, as it can be tricky. I think using `echo. | call "UpdateSequences.bat"` might be the safest bet, and then I can check the errorlevel after execution.
**Implementing required changes**

I’m set to replace `call "UpdateSequences.bat"` in UpdateAllSequences.bat with `echo.| call "UpdateSequences.bat"`. For the wiping of the current sequence, I realize I need to modify the PowerShell script because the user specified changes to the batch file, but they also likely want to ensure the deletion of sequences happens first before copying.

To address this, I plan to edit the PowerShell script to include a step that checks for the existence of a sequence directory before copying. I need to be careful not to delete the `_archive` folder since the user may not want that removed. 

Next, I’ll use the edit_file function to apply these changes, ensuring I include the necessary context when proposing the edits.</details></think>

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Let me make the two requested edits:
1) Ensure the destination sequence folder in `_CURRENT` is wiped before copying a sequence.
2) Modify the aggregator batch to automatically send an Enter to any paused child batch.

Now I'll implement the changes.

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Read file: undefined

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<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Implementing sequence edits**

I need to implement two edits regarding the script. The user's request about UpdateSequences.bat indicates that when it finds a sequence to replace, it should wipe the entire sequence from _CURRENT. However, the real action happens in UpdateSequences.ps1, since the batch file just calls the PS1. 

I'll modify the PowerShell script to ensure it deletes the destination sequence folder under _CURRENT before executing robocopy. It might be best to confirm what they mean by "wipe entire sequence" for each [COPY] entry before mirroring.
**Wiping and mirroring sequences**

I'm thinking about using Robocopy with the /MIR option to effectively mirror changes and remove any extras from the destination that aren’t in the source. But sometimes, we might want to wipe the destination completely to avoid mismatched names lingering around. The command removes extras, but since /XD '_archive' skips that directory, leftovers could still exist.

To address this, I need to add code before the robocopy command that checks if the destination path exists; if it does, I should remove it entirely and then recreate it. I’ll handle errors by using Remove-Item with the right parameters. Also, I must maintain a consistent four-space indentation style throughout the script.
**Updating batch sequences**

For UpdateAllSequences.bat, I need it to automatically hit enter every time batches echo "Done," allowing the update sequence batch to pause without manual intervention. I’m considering using piping to send an Enter press to the child consoles when they pause. However, the "pause" command reads from console input, not from STDIN, so simply piping won't work as expected.

Since piping a newline usually works with the pause command, I need to ensure that when "UpdateSequences.bat" is called, it receives the enter signal correctly during its pause.
**Finding input methods for batches**

I’m exploring ways to ensure that Enter is sent automatically in batch scripts, especially after "Done." Using (echo()|call script) is a trick, but pause doesn’t read from STDIN. I could try echo(| call script, but I'm not entirely sure if that works. 

There's also 'echo.| call script' to simulate Enter, as it sends a newline to the console input. The pause command reads from the key input buffer, not from STDIN, so I need to find a way to handle this without skipping pause entirely. The 'choice' command might be another option to consider.
**Implementing small changes**

I’m looking at a small change that spans two files. Even though the todo_spec suggests creating a todo list for multi-step tasks, it's a minor update, so I think I can skip that for now. 

However, the flow requires that I provide status updates around tool calls. I’ll add a quick note saying, "I'll implement edits now" before calling for patches, and another update after the edits and linting. Finally, I’ll wrap up with a summary bullet points to clarify what has been done. Let's move forward with the patches!</details></think>

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I'll implement the two edits now: add a pre-copy wipe in the PowerShell script, and make the aggregator auto-continue paused child batches by redirecting input from NUL.

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- UpdateSequences.ps1: Before copying a sequence to `_CURRENT`, it now wipes the entire destination sequence folder if it exists, then recreates it, and mirrors. This guarantees a clean replacement. Logged as “WIPE” in `_UpdateSequences.log`.
- UpdateAllSequences.bat: Calls each `UpdateSequences.bat` with input redirected from NUL, so any `pause` in child batches auto-continues without manual input.

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_**User**_

let's make it so @UpgradeSeqBatches.ps1 works with  @UpdateSequences.bat, @UpdateSequences.ps1, AND @UpdateAllSequences.bat 

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_**Assistant**_

<think><details><summary>Thought Process</summary>**Considering file updates and counters**

I'm thinking about using distinct counters for each filename while also keeping a single count. When copying the ps1 file, I need to ensure it properly handles folders, updating all required scripts, even if they exist. The goal is to work with all three filenames, updating where necessary. 

I'll print counts and summaries in a colorful style while preserving the original indentation. To make this smoother, I should implement a helper function for copying files and catching exceptions consistently.
**Modifying the script for clarity**

I want to make a minimal modification: I’ll add a variable for the path to "UpdateAllSequences.bat" and include an existence check. 

Next, I'll define the target files, including both the bat and ps1 files. My plan is to iterate through these targets using `Get-ChildItem -Recurse` to find them, ensuring I copy each one appropriately. Instead of the current directory logic, I’ll implement a more clear per-target copying approach. However, I need to make sure to maintain the original functionality that lists all found target files.
**Restructuring file updates for clarity**

The task requires working with three files, so I’ll restructure my approach into three loops while maintaining readability. First, I’ll define the source variables and check their existence—failing if any are missing.

Next, I’ll print a section for each file, starting with "Updating UpdateSequences.bat" and gathering targets to copy and track counts. For the ps1 file, I want to update only where any of the three files exist. Alternatively, I could copy the ps1 to the same directory as the bat, even if that directory is initially missing.
**Enhancing script updates and error handling**

I'm planning to search for ps1 file occurrences, and while it's okay to copy to directories lacking it, I’ll restrict the new changes to only copy where the file already exists.

I’ll provide a summary for each file type and utilize the existing error handling. Now, I’ll edit UpgradeSeqBatches.ps1 and make the echoed messages more concise. 

I'll apply the patch and run read_lints, checking for any flagged issues. It’s essential to include a status update before making tool calls as per the guidelines, even if we previously missed that.
**Implementing updates and error handling**

I’ll include a brief micro-update just before the tool calls, and we’ll apply the patch as planned. Since we’re modifying an existing script, I’ll skip creating a todo list.

To handle edge cases, I’ll structure the code to loop through an array of file specifications. I’ll set up item details for UpdateSequences.bat, UpdateSequences.ps1, and UpdateAllSequences.bat.

For each item, I’ll gather targets using `Get-ChildItem` and print the found counts. Then, I’ll copy each file with proper error handling and keep track of successes and failures. Finally, I’ll print a summary while ensuring consistent formatting with colored outputs.</details></think>

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I'll update `UpgradeSeqBatches.ps1` to handle copying three files: `UpdateSequences.bat`, `UpdateSequences.ps1`, and `UpdateAllSequences.bat`, updating each wherever that file exists under the root, with per-file counts and summaries.

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- UpgradeSeqBatches.ps1 now updates all three files where they exist under `A:\1 Amazon_Active_Projects`:
  - `UpdateSequences.bat`
  - `UpdateSequences.ps1`
  - `UpdateAllSequences.bat`
- Per-file sections list targets, attempt forced copy, and emit individual and per-file summaries.
- Added an overall summary across all three for quick totals.

Run it as before; it will handle all three script types.

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