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* This application requires the Visual Basic 6.0
* Runtime Files!!  Please read below....        
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Thanks for evaluating the latest release of MP3 Filename Formatter!

MP3 Filename Formatter quickly renames MP3 filenames and sets ID3V1 and V2 internal MP3 ID Tags. This tool removes Underbars ("_"), extra spaces and other unwanted characters from the filename and leaves a nice-looking formatted filename. It has many options including Mass Renaming, MultiTagging, Search and Replace of character strings, Auto-Fill-In of Internal ID Tags, and Edit record and repeat options. MP3 Filename Formatter can also update the internal ID3 tags and save them when renaming a file. The filename and internal ID3 Tags can be previewed and altered, as you want before saving. A MultiTagger utility is included that can set internal ID3 tags in a whole group of selected files. A Mass Renaming option is also available that can eliminate unwanted characters from hundreds of MP3 Filenames in one sweep. With these tools, you can rename entire directories of MP3 filenames in just a few minutes.  

Features
* Edits MP3 Filenames And Internal ID3V1 and V2 Tag Settings.
* Uses a Simple Grid Interface For ID3 Editing.
* Mass Renaming For Eliminating Unwanted Characters From Hundreds of MP3 Filenames In One Sweep.
* Mass Renaming Option For Autoformatting Filenames By Internal Tags.
* MultiTagger Utility To Set ID3 Tags In Whole Groups of Files.
* Quick-Access Toolbars and Fast Key Shortcuts.
* Recording/Replaying of editing steps for quick reuse on subsequent files in the list.
* Creates simple .M3U PlayList files.
* When renaming, extensive file information is provided when a new filename is the same as an existing one. This allows the user to make informed decisions about the renaming process.
* Allows the Clearing of ID3 Tags in a file with the touch of a button.
* Filtering For Searching and Replacing of Character Strings.
* Allows Auto Fill-In Of Internal ID Tags Based On Defined Formats.
* Includes Six Predefined Internal ID Tag Formats and Allows Custom Formats To Be Defined.
* Can Quickly Insert/Delete Parts Of A Filename.
* Removes Underbars, Extra Spaces And Other Characters From The Filename. 
* Double-Clicking A File Pops Up Detailed Information About The File including MPEG Information. 
* Saves Past Settings For Quick Startup. 
* Can Play Selected File With Your Default MP3 Player.
* Quickly Renames Hundreds Of Files In Just A Few Minutes. Great Time Saver. 
* Full Help File.  

** Program Requirements

You must have the Visual Basic 6.0 Runtime files installed to use this program. They are available at http://download.microsoft.com/download/vb60pro/Redist/sp5/WIN98Me/EN-US/VBRun60sp5.exe. All Patrick Computer Services applications (and other programs written in Visual Basic 6) require the Visual Basic Runtime Files. They are not included in the downloads from the software webpage. This is a standard practice used by Visual Basic Developers in an effort to decrease Visual Basic Application distribution sizes. See the Miscrosoft Knowledge Base Article at http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q290/8/87.ASP for more information and a list of files included in the Visual Basic 6 Runtime Files distribution. 

You need only download and install these runtime files once. All Visual Basic 6 Applications developed require them. 

Runtime File Installation: 

1. Download http://download.microsoft.com/download/vb60pro/Redist/sp5/WIN98Me/EN-US/VBRun60sp5.exe To A Temporary Directory. 
2. Go To The Temporary Directory Where The File Was Transferred. 
3. Start The "vbrun60sp5" Program By Double-Clicking On It. 
4. The Installation Program Will Give You Step-By-Step Instructions After That. 


** Registration Information:

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To register MP3 Filename Formatter: 

Visit https://www.regnow.com/softsell/nph-softsell.cgi?item=2755-5 with your web browser for secure online registration, or call in your order in the US by dialing 1-877-353-7297. Internationally you can call regnow.com at (425) 392-2294.  

To FAX in your order in the US, dial 1-888-353-7276. Internationally you can FAX regnow.com at (425) 392-0223. 

Now it's easier than ever to own MP3 Filename Formatter.

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