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name: thread-naming
description: Use when a Codex agent should keep the current thread title short, rename a thread after the user asks for it, or update the title when the task goal becomes clear.
---

# Thread Naming

Keep thread titles short and useful for later resume lists.

## Rules

- Use 3 to 6 words when possible.
- Prefer concrete nouns and verbs from the current task.
- Do not include dates, user names, punctuation-heavy labels, or generic words like "chat" unless needed.
- Rename once the task goal is clear, and again only if the goal materially changes.

## How to Rename in Telegram Bot Threads

Emit exactly one hidden directive line in normal assistant output, outside code fences:

`<!-- codex-thread-rename {"title":"<short title>"} -->`

The bot strips the directive, calls Codex thread rename, and syncs its local thread title. Do not use extra tool calls or Telegram commands when this directive is available.

## Fallbacks

- If the client exposes another direct thread rename capability, use it with the concise title.
- If only Telegram commands are available, tell the user the exact `/rename TITLE` command to run.
- If no rename mechanism is available, include a short suggested title in the final answer.

## Examples

- `Fix Resume Buttons`
- `Publish Gitea Repo`
- `Format Tool Output`
- `Add Rename Command`