This guide will show you how to change a case's subtype. Subtypes are used to categorise cases.
Before you start
- The subtype can only be changed when you are working on a case as the case manager, it can't be updated via the case search
- Subtypes are set up in the case configuration
Steps to change the subtype
- Open the case.
- On the Case details tab, click "Change subtype"
![Clicking the Change subtype link]()
- Pick a new subtype from the list.
![Selecting a new subtype from the drop-down]()
- Click "Update subtype" to save your changes.
![The update subtype button]()
Result
- The subtype is updated
- A private note is added to the case history
Last modified on 30 April 2026



