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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
[[File:MIDI_Ready.png|thumb|right|APS MIDI Title Editor ready for you to drag and drop some MIDI files!]]''APS MIDI Title Editor'' is an easy-to-use, portable Windows application designed to help Yamaha Disklavier owners and others easily rename their MIDI files. Developed by [[Alexander Peppe]], a piano technician from Maine, this tool streamlines the process of editing internal track names and file names—ensuring that your Disklavier displays the correct titles for every performance.
[[File:MIDI_Title_Editor_Overview.png|thumb|right|APS MIDI Title Editor with one change queued.]]''APS MIDI Title Editor'' is an easy-to-use, portable Windows application designed to help Yamaha Disklavier owners and others easily rename their MIDI files. Developed by [[Alexander Peppe]], a piano technician from Maine, this tool streamlines the process of editing internal track names and file names—ensuring that your Disklavier displays the correct titles for every performance.


APS MIDI Title Editor focuses on the core task of MIDI file management. Its drag-and-drop interface allows you to quickly load a batch of MIDI files into a table where you can view, edit, and save the file names and track titles. This ensures that your Disklavier, which may have limited display space, can easily identify each piece in your library.
APS MIDI Title Editor focuses on the core task of MIDI file management. Its drag-and-drop interface allows you to quickly load a batch of MIDI files into a table where you can view, edit, and save the file names and track titles. This ensures that your Disklavier, which may have limited display space, can easily identify each piece in your library.

Revision as of 01:27, 10 March 2025

APS MIDI Title Editor ready for you to drag and drop some MIDI files!

Overview

APS MIDI Title Editor with one change queued.

APS MIDI Title Editor is an easy-to-use, portable Windows application designed to help Yamaha Disklavier owners and others easily rename their MIDI files. Developed by Alexander Peppe, a piano technician from Maine, this tool streamlines the process of editing internal track names and file names—ensuring that your Disklavier displays the correct titles for every performance.

APS MIDI Title Editor focuses on the core task of MIDI file management. Its drag-and-drop interface allows you to quickly load a batch of MIDI files into a table where you can view, edit, and save the file names and track titles. This ensures that your Disklavier, which may have limited display space, can easily identify each piece in your library.

Key Features

The edit title window in APS MIDI Title Editor

* Drag-and-Drop Interface: Simply drop your MIDI files into the application.

  • Easy Editing: Edit the displayed file names or internal track titles directly within the table.
  • Optimized for Disklaviers: Ensure your Yamaha Disklavier displays concise, clear titles, even if your instrument has character limitations.
  • Portable Executable: The tool is packaged as a single .exe file that requires no installation—perfect for on-the-go use. Alternatively, you can use the installer.

How It Works

  1. Loading Files: Drag and drop MIDI files into the main window. The tool automatically extracts the current file name and the internal track_name metadata.
  2. Editing': Double-click the title cell in the table to make any changes. Update the file names or internal titles as needed.
  3. Saving Changes: Once you have made your edits, click the Save button to update your MIDI files.
  4. Clearing the Table: Use the Reset button to clear the current list and start fresh.

Installation and Use

To get started with APS MIDI Title Editor:

  1. Download the portable executable (.exe) from the official download page.
  2. Run the .exe file on any Windows machine—no installation is required.
  3. Drag your MIDI files into the program, make your desired changes, and click Save.
  4. Your MIDI files are updated with the new names, making it easier for your Yamaha Disklavier to display the correct track titles.

About the Developer

Alexander Peppe is a seasoned piano technician from Maine with years of experience working on Yamaha Disklaviers. His deep understanding of both traditional piano craftsmanship and modern digital music technology inspired the creation of APS MIDI Renamer—a tool designed specifically for musicians, educators, and Disklavier enthusiasts who need a simple solution for organizing their MIDI libraries.

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