What is the best naming convention for my files?

What is the best naming convention for my files?

Try not to make file names too long, since long file names do not work well with all types of software.
  • Do Not Use Special characters such as ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) ` ; < > ? , [ ] { } ‘ ” and |
  • When using a sequential numbering system, using leading zeros for clarity and to make sure files sort in sequential order. For example, use “001, 002, …010, 011 … 100, 101, etc.” instead of “1, 2, …10, 11 … 100, 101, etc.”
  • Do not use spaces. Some software will not recognize file names with spaces, and file names with spaces must be enclosed in quotes when using the command line. Other options you may use include: *Underscores, e.g. file_name.xxx *Dashes, e.g. file-name.xxx *Camel case, where the first letter of each section of text is capitalized, e.g. FileName.xxx