What is the difference between Display Name and Full Name in Shorter Loop profile settings?

Display Name and Full Name serve different purposes in your Shorter Loop profile. Understanding their differences helps you optimize your professional presence and team collaboration within the platform.

Understanding Display Name vs Full Name

Display Name Overview

Display Name is your public-facing identifier that appears throughout the Shorter Loop platform:

Visible to all team members across work items, comments, and collaborations

Primary identification in user interfaces and team interactions

Searchable name that others use to find and mention you

Professional representation of how you want to be known in the workspace

Full Name Overview

Full Name is your complete legal or formal name:

Complete identification including first, middle, and last names

Formal record for account administration and official purposes

Administrative reference used for account management and verification

Legal documentation for contracts, billing, and formal communications

Key Differences Explained

Display Name vs Full Name Usage

Aspect	Display Name	Full Name
Visibility	Public to all team members	Private/Administrative use
Purpose	Daily team collaboration	Official account records
Searchability	Used in @mentions and searches	Background reference only
Flexibility	Can be customized/shortened	Typically formal and complete
Usage	Work items, comments, boards	Account management, billing

Best Practices for Display Names

Professional Guidelines

Effective Display Name Strategies:

✅ Keep it recognizable: Use names colleagues know you by

✅ Professional appearance: Maintain workplace-appropriate naming

✅ Team clarity: Ensure easy identification in team contexts

✅ Consistent branding: Align with how you're known professionally

Avoid Common Mistakes

Display Name Don'ts:

❌ Overly casual nicknames: Avoid unprofessional or unclear names

❌ Special characters: Limit use of symbols or emojis

❌ Too generic: Avoid names that don't clearly identify you

❌ Frequently changing: Maintain consistency for team recognition

Setting Up Your Display Name

Access Profile Settings

To update your Display Name:

Click your profile picture at the top right of the navigation

2. Select "My Profile" from the dropdown menu
3. Navigate to Profile Settings page
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4. Locate the Display Name field in the Personal Details section
5. Update your Display Name to your preferred professional identifier

What is the difference between Display Name and Full Name in Shorter Loop profile settings?

Understanding Display Name vs Full Name#

Display Name Overview#

Full Name Overview#

Key Differences Explained#

Display Name vs Full Name Usage#

Best Practices for Display Names#

Professional Guidelines#

Avoid Common Mistakes#

Setting Up Your Display Name#

Access Profile Settings#