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# Alert Words
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Zulip allows you to define custom alert words and phrases.
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When they are used in any stream you are subscribed to, it works
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similarly to being [@-mentioned](/help/at-mention-a-team-member)
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by another user.
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## Adding Alert Words
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{!settings1.md!} [Custom Alert Words](/#settings/custom-alert-words)
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{!settings2.md!}
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2. Type the word/phrase you wish to be notified for into the text box,
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then click the **Add Alert Word** button.
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Once these steps are completed, you should see something similar to:
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If any alert words are mentioned, they will be highlighted within the message,
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and you will be alerted in accordance with your notification settings.
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## Removing Alert Words
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Alert Words can be removed easily in the settings menu, by clicking the
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red bin button ()
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next to the word/phrase to be deleted.
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