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Editing a project (classic)

You can edit the title and description of an existing project (classic).

Note

  • Projects (beta), the all-new projects experience, is now available. For more information about Projects (beta), see "About Projects (beta)."
  • You can only create a new project (classic) for an organization, repository, or user that already has at least one project (classic). If you're unable to create a project (classic), create a project instead.

Tip: For details on adding, removing, or editing columns in your project (classic), see "Creating a project (classic)."

  1. Navigate to the project (classic) you want to edit.

  2. On the top-right side of the project (classic), click Menu.

  3. Click , then click Edit.

    Screenshot showing the project menu. The edit option is highlighted with an orange outline.

  4. Modify the project (classic) name and description as needed, then click Save project.

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