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Can you rename Hatch favorites?

Yes, it is possible to rename favorites in the Hatch baby app. The Hatch baby app allows you to customize a list of favorite sleep sounds, stories, and meditations that can be quickly accessed from the favorites section of the app.

Why rename Hatch favorites?

There are a few reasons you may want to rename a Hatch favorite:

  • The default name may be too generic (e.g. “Soundscape”) and you want something more descriptive.
  • You want to organize your favorites with nicknames or abbreviations.
  • You want to personalize the names based on your child’s preferences.

How to rename Hatch favorites

Renaming favorites in the Hatch app only takes a few taps:

  1. Open the Hatch app and tap on the “Favorites” tab.
  2. Tap the menu icon (3 dots) next to the favorite you want to rename.
  3. Select “Rename favorite” from the menu.
  4. Type in the new name and tap “Rename.”

That’s it! The favorite sound, story, or meditation will now appear with the new customized name.

Tips for renaming favorites

  • Use descriptive names like “Ocean Waves” instead of generic names like “Soundscape.”
  • Add abbreviations or nicknames to help distinguish similar favorites like “Forest Nights (Rain)” and “Forest Days.”
  • Rename periodically as your child’s preferences change.

Frequently asked questions

How many favorites can I have?

You can save up to 20 favorites in the Hatch app.

Can I reorder my favorites list?

Yes, you can reorder favorites by tapping “Edit” at the top of the Favorites tab and then dragging them into the desired order.

What happens if I delete a favorite?

If you delete a favorite, it will be permanently removed from your Favorites list in the Hatch app.

Can I rename favorites on multiple devices?

Renamed favorites are synced across all devices logged into the same Hatch account, so any name changes made on one device will automatically update on other devices.

Summary

Renaming Hatch favorites allows you to customize and organize your go-to sleep sounds, stories, and meditations. Simply tap the menu icon next to a favorite and select “Rename” to update it. Use descriptive names, abbreviations, and reorder as needed to match your child’s evolving preferences.

Table showing how to rename favorites

Step Action
1 Open Hatch app and tap “Favorites”
2 Tap menu icon next to favorite
3 Select “Rename Favorite”
4 Type new name and tap “Rename”

Conclusion

Renaming favorites in the Hatch baby app is easy and allows for customization and organization. Simply access the favorites menu, tap to rename, input your preferred name, and tap again to confirm. Refreshing your favorites list periodically as your child’s tastes change can help keep their preferred sounds within quick reach.