# Starting a new topic

## When to start a new topic

{!when-to-start-a-new-topic.md!}

## How to start a new topic

{!how-to-start-a-new-topic.md!}

## Related articles

* [Getting started with Zulip](/help/getting-started-with-zulip)
* [Starting a new direct message](/help/starting-a-new-direct-message)
* [Replying to messages](/help/replying-to-messages)
* [Messaging tips & tricks](/help/messaging-tips)
* [Rename a topic](/help/rename-a-topic)
* [Require topics in stream messages](/help/require-topics)