Copy / duplicate a topic
Copying a topic creates a new topic with the same content as the original. You have the option to make changes to the copy before publishing.
How to copy a topic
Step 1
Select Copy from the Cog menu, then choose the category to post into. It can copied into the current category (the first selection) or another category in the community.
Step 2
The copied topic opens in Edit mode. Make any changes needed, then click Save Draft or Publish. Your new topic has been created!
When copying a topic, only the topic itself is copied. The likes, follows, and replies of the original topic are not copied.
Example uses
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Use an existing topic as a template. Start each new topic by creating a copy of the template topic.
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Recurring events. Create a new event using the same details as a previous event by copying the event and selecting "current category." Update the event dates and click Publish.
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Post the same message to multiple private categories with different user groups.