# How to change a NextSeq 500/550 nickname

**To customize the instrument avatar and nickname:**

1. From the Home screen, select **Manage Instrument**.
2. Select **System Customization**.
3. To assign a preferred avatar image for the instrument, select **Browse** and navigate to the image.
4. In the **Nickname** field, enter a preferred name for the instrument.
5. Select **Save** to save settings and advance the screen. The image and name appear at the upper-left corner of each screen.

For more information, see [NextSeq 550 System Guide](https://support-docs.illumina.com/IN/NextSeq_550-500/Content/IN/FrontPages/NextSeq-550-500.htm).

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