---
title: Edit Channel
description: This step-by-step guide shows you how to edit a channel in OpenReception
lastUpdated: 2026-03-01
sidebar:
  order: 3
---

import {Steps} from "@astrojs/starlight/components";

:::note
If you use descriptions and have added languages since the last time you've edited a channel, you can only save your changes, if you add descriptions of all missing languages.
:::

<Steps>

1. Navigate to the channels section of the dashboard, search for the channel you want to edit and open the context menu for it. Click on _Edit_.

   ![Channel list](./assets/edit-channel/1-channels-list-with-context-menu.png)

1. A modal with a form opens.
   - Edit the **name** and **description** in all your languages, if you want
   - Change the selection for **agents** that can conduct appointments in this channel. When auto-secting agents they will be selected in the order you've set in this list.
   - Change the selection for **staff members** that will get notifications about this channel (for appointment requests).
   - Change if this channel should be **public**. If It's not public, only you can book an appointment using the [calendar](../calendar)
   - Change if appointments **require confirmation**. You will be [notified by the notification system](../staff/notifications) if a new request is added.
   - Add a **schedule** for you appointments. See [slot templates](../#slot-templates).

   ![Edit channel form](./assets/edit-channel/2-edit-channel-form.png)

1. The channel will be updated.

   ![Channel edited](./assets/edit-channel/3-channel-edited.png)

</Steps>
