Abstract: Process and apparatus is disclosed for replacing file folders, such as required in the conversion of a filing system. Apparatus comprises a support for supporting fastened file material next its fastener during and after fastener withdrawal and fastener remover for withdrawing fastener and file folder away from supported file material. The supported material may be clamped to facilitate replacement of new file folders with corresponding fasteners. The process comprises the steps of inserting a support between file material and file folder fastened thereto by a fastener to position the support next to the fastener, clamping the fastened file material, stripping the file folder with fastener away from the supported clamped material, replacing file folder with new folder and fastener, releasing the clamped material and closing the fastener to secure the file material in the replacement folder.