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So, I want to rename a file in android studio (layout/resource files, etc...), but I want to do it safely. Basically, I want to rename without refactoring. I will take care of errors that come afterwards, but I don't want Android Studio to wreck havoc on some files that might not even have relations with the current file.

Basically, I want control on the renaming. A simple file rename. Is there a way to do it without having to go to Windows Explorer?

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There's two options and both inside the Refactor menu. The Refactor> Rename option is exactly what you don't want the other one Refactor> Rename File option is just what you want. Also when using Refactor> Rename it will show you the Refactoring Preview. There you see and select what is going to be affected by this change. To see options just right click

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correct, but there is no way to rename resources this way, this will change code occurances as well. For resources renaming seems like it's needed to open Windows Explorer
No i updated my answer please check and remember you can always use right click exclude option to choose what is going to be affected from the refactoring.
I see no "rename file" option Android Studio 2.3.2. I only see rename. Oh wait, it's available on java files, but not on resource files. interesting...

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