Index names
The name of an Opensolr Index is part of its address, so it follows a few strict rules. Choose it well: it cannot be changed later.
01 · The rules
| Rule | Example |
|---|---|
| Letters, digits and the underscore only | my_store, Shop2026 |
| Any other character becomes an underscore | my-store is created as my_store |
| Up to 50 characters | the Index Name box stops at 50 |
| Unique on all of Opensolr | a name already in use gives “Index name in use” |
| A few names belong to the platform | base, geo and names that start with geo_ |
The Index Name box comes filled with a random name. Keep it, or type your own.
02 · Where the name shows
In the address of the index (/solr/my_store/select, see Connect to your index) and in Solr > Index List.
03 · Need a different name?
There is no rename. Create a new index with the name you want, then either send your data to it again, or copy it with Replicate an index and turn replication off once the copy is done. Then point your site to the new address and delete the old index.
04 · Cluster names
A cluster name takes letters and digits only. Every other character, the underscore included, is removed.