Help:Rename

This page is referenced in the Wikipedia Glossary.

On Wikipedia, renaming might refer to:

• autoconfirmed
  to have a Move tab)
  • If you can't do this on a page you wish to move (note that some pages are
    move-protected), you can make a request at Wikipedia:Requested moves
    .
• Renaming a category; this is generally done by experienced users, and normally requires prior discussion at Categories for discussion.
  • To make a request, go to Categories for discussion.
• administrators" and "file movers
  ") can do this
  • To make a request, use the template {{Rename media}} (see template for instructions).
• Changing a username to a different name; only a handful of users ("Stewards and Global renamers") can do this
  • To make a request, go to Wikipedia:Changing username.
• Renaming a Wikipedia page section
  • If you can't think of a better name yourself you may use the {{Rename section}} template

If you need any help, see Help:Contents and, if necessary, ask for help at the Teahouse.