Cannot rename file or folder to the same name with different case

Steps to reproduce

  1. Create a file or folder named “test”.
  2. Try to rename it to “Test”.

Did you follow the troubleshooting guide? [Y/N]

Y

Expected result

File name is changed to “Test”.

Actual result

File name does not change and the notice “Destination file already exist!” appears.

Environment

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Operating system: android 14 (Xiaomi 23030RAC7Y)
Obsidian version: 1.5.12 (134)
API version: v1.5.12
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I don’t think that’s a bug. That’s a limitation of some file systems. There is some previous discussion here. Can't Change Capitalization On Android With It Saying The File Already Exists

Workaround is rename it something else first, then rename it back with your desired case.

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