# Changing the Virtual Machine Name

The name of a virtual machine is displayed in **Control Center** and, at the top of the guest OS window when you are running in Window mode.

To change the virtual machine name:

1. Do one of the following:
   * Click the Parallels Desktop icon in the menu bar and choose **Configure.**
   * If the Parallels Desktop menu bar is visible at the top of the screen, choose **Actions** > **Configure**.
2. Click **General** and type a new name in the **Name** field.

The length of the name is limited to 50 characters.