Rename a Dataset

Change your dataset name to better reflect its purpose while keeping all images, annotations, and the dataset ID unchanged.

Renaming a dataset in Datature Vi updates the display name only. Your images, annotations, dataset ID, and any active training runs are not affected. You can rename a dataset at any time.

Before You Start
  • You need an existing dataset in your Datature Vi workspace.
  • You need edit access to the dataset (Owner or Admin role).
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Open dataset settings

Open dataset settings

Open the dataset you want to rename. Click the Settings tab at the bottom of the sidebar menu. The Settings page shows dataset configuration options including the Dataset Name field at the top.

You should see
Dataset browser showing the updated dataset name

The dataset now shows the new name throughout the platform.

What changes and what stays the same

Updated:

  • Display name in the platform UI
  • Name shown in search results and training workflow selection
  • Name returned by SDK and API queries

Unchanged:

  • Dataset ID (used in API calls and SDK scripts)
  • All images and annotations
  • Dataset settings and description
  • Existing training runs and active workflows
  • Team member access and permissions
Dataset ID Stays Constant

The dataset ID never changes, even after a rename. Your API integrations and SDK scripts keep working without any updates. Find the dataset ID in the URL bar or via client.datasets.get(dataset_id="your-dataset-id") in the Vi SDK.

Update the dataset description

While you have the Settings page open, you can also update the Dataset Description field. Enter a new description and click Update next to that field.

The description is a good place to record:

  • What the dataset contains
  • The intended use case
  • Data sources or collection methods
  • Version history or team contacts

Common questions

No. Training workflows reference datasets by ID, not by name. Renaming does not affect existing or future training runs.

Most standard characters are supported: letters, numbers, spaces, hyphens, parentheses, and brackets. Avoid names made entirely of special characters, and keep the name under 100 characters.

Yes. Renaming is safe at any time, including during an active training run. The training process uses the dataset ID, so the rename has no effect on it.

No automatic notification is sent. If the name change is significant, inform your team to avoid confusion.

Next steps

Delete A Dataset

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