Struggling with a cluttered ChatGPT sidebar or wishing to rename some conversations for better organization?
The following guide will show you how to do so for both desktop and mobile.
By the way, if you want to learn how to delete chats, then check out our article on the topic.
Rename ChatGPT Chat On Desktop
Starting a Conversation:
- Access ChatGPT: Visit the official ChatGPT website at chat.openai.com.
- Choose a Chat: Click on the chat that you intend to rename by hovering your mouse over it.
- Select Edit: Click on the three dots (…).

Accessing Rename Feature:
- Find the Pencil Icon: Look for the pencil symbol in the sidebar.
- Activate Rename: Click this icon to bring up a renaming window.

Renaming Your Chat:
- Clear Existing Name: Remove the old name.
- Enter New Name: Type in your new chat name.
- Confirm: Hit “ENTER” on your keyboard or click outside the window to save automatically.
- Abort (If Needed): Press “ESC” to cancel the renaming.
Rename ChatGPT Chat On Mobile

- Open the App: Ensure you’re in the sidebar view.
- Select a Chat: Long-press on the chat you want to rename.
- Choose ‘Rename’: Tap the “Rename” option.
- Type New Name: Enter the chat’s new name.
- Finalize: Tap “OK” to confirm the change.