# Move content to another topic

Zulip makes it possible to move messages between topics. This is
useful for keeping messages organized when there is a digression, or
the discussion shifts from the original topic. You can also [rename a
topic](/help/rename-a-topic).

When messages are moved, Zulip's [permanent links to messages in
context](/help/link-to-a-message-or-conversation#get-a-link-to-a-specific-message)
will automatically redirect to the new location of the message. [Muted
topics](/help/mute-a-topic) are automatically migrated when an entire
topic is moved.

Organizations can [configure](/help/configure-who-can-edit-topics) which
[roles](/help/roles-and-permissions) have permission to modify topics. See the
[guide to message and topic editing](/help/configure-message-editing-and-deletion)
for the details on when topic editing is allowed.

## Move messages to another topic

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1. Select **Move message** or **Edit message** (only one of these options will be shown). If you do
   not see either option, you do not have permission to move this message.

1. Set the destination topic.

1. From the dropdown menu, select which messages to move.

1. Click **Save**.

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## Related articles

* [Rename a topic](/help/rename-a-topic)
* [Move content to another stream](/help/move-content-to-another-stream)
* [Configure message editing and deletion](/help/configure-message-editing-and-deletion)