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Groups in Kaamfu help organize people and work under shared contexts within a Board or organization. When team structures change, you may need to update a Group’s name or avatar to keep things accurate. This guide explains how to edit Group details directly from the Directory.
Why This Feature Matters #
As teams evolve, maintaining accurate Group details ensures clear identification and smooth collaboration.
Here’s why this feature is valuable:
- Keeps Group names aligned with your current team structure.
- Helps members easily identify Groups through unique avatars.
- Simplifies workspace navigation within the Directory.
Regularly updating Group details helps maintain clarity and consistency across your organization.
Who Should Read This #
This guide is designed for:
- Group creators who manage or rename Groups.
- Members who want to customize Group avatars.
- Admins who oversee Group structures across Boards.
Understanding permissions helps ensure edits are made by the right people.
What This Guide Covers #
You’ll learn how to:
- Access the Groups tab from the Directory.
- Rename an existing Group.
- Change a Group’s avatar.
- Understand who can edit which details.
Feature Overview #
The Groups tab can be accessed from the Directory in Kaamfu.
This tab displays all Groups within your workspace, along with their avatars and names. When you hover over a Group, you’ll see checkboxes and an options icon that provide quick access to edit functions.
Once created, Groups cannot be deleted—but their names and avatars can be updated as needed.
Step-by-Step Instructions #
Follow these steps to edit Group details from the Directory.
Step 1: Open the Directory #
From the left navigation panel, click Directory.
This opens the central place where you can view and manage all Groups and members within your workspace.
Step 2: Access the Groups Tab #
Inside the Directory, open the Groups tab.
This tab lists all Groups, displaying each one with an avatar, name, and an options icon that appears when hovered on.
Step 3: Rename a Group #
Click the Options icon beside the Group you want to rename.
Select Edit name from the dropdown.
The Group name becomes editable—type in the new name and press Enter or click outside the field to save.
Only the Group creator has permission to rename a Group.
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Step 4: Change the Group Avatar #
Click the Options icon beside the Group and choose Edit avatar.
Select a new image from your files or upload one directly.
Once updated, the avatar will appear immediately next to the Group name.
Any Group member can change the Group avatar.
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Step 5: Verify Your Updates #
After renaming or updating the avatar, check the Groups tab to confirm your changes.
Updates appear instantly and are visible to all workspace members.
These steps keep your Groups accurate, recognizable, and visually organized.
📝 Note:
- The Groups tab is available under the Directory section.
- Groups cannot be deleted once created.
- Only Group creators can rename a Group.
- Any Group member can change the avatar.
Remembering these permissions ensures that Group edits are made responsibly.
Related Resources #
To learn more about managing Groups and collaboration in Kaamfu, see:
- How to create group conversations in Kaamfu
- Understanding the Directory in Kaamfu*
- Managing Members and Roles
These articles help you maintain clear and structured teamwork across your workspace.
