Edit a collection's name and description

Last updated on Jul 14, 2026

Updating a collection’s name or description helps keep its purpose clear as your knowledge domain evolves

You can modify the name and description of a collection at any time, provided you have permission to edit the collection.

If you do not see the option to edit the collection, contact your administrator.

Edit the collection name and description

  1. From the Knowledge Base Home page, select the Collections filter.

  2. Find the collection you want to update, and select the ellipsis next to the collection name.

  3. Select Rename from the menu.

  4. Edit the name and/or the description of the collection.

    The collection name:

    • Can include letters, numbers, underscores (_), and hyphens (-).
    • Cannot contain spaces.
    • Cannot begin or end with a hyphen.
    The collection page with the Edit option highlighted

  5. Select Save when done.

What happens next

  • The updated name appears in the collections list and within the collection view.
  • The updated description is visible wherever collection details are displayed.
  • Existing documents, web links, permissions, and protection settings remain unchanged.