# Require topics in channel messages

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Administrators can require topics in channel messages to disable the “*general
chat*” topic.

## Require topics in channel messages

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1. Under **Compose settings**, toggle **Require topics in channel messages**.

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## Related articles

* [Introduction to topics](/help/introduction-to-topics)
* [“*General chat*” topic](/help/general-chat-topic)