Avoid the "Final" trap. Use v01 , v02 , etc. This allows you to track progress without ever wondering which file is actually the latest. Putting It All Together
: If you have a sequence, use 01, 02... 10 rather than 1, 2... 10 so they sort correctly. VID-202pe_mp4
: Without a system, it’s impossible to tell which "VID-202pe" is the raw footage and which is the compressed export. The "Proper" Anatomy of a Video Filename Avoid the "Final" trap
"VID-202pe_mp4" might be what your camera or WhatsApp gave you, but it’s not what you should keep. Investing five minutes in a proper naming convention now will save you hours of searching later. Avoid the "Final" trap. Use v01