Is it possible to change auto-close settings by category?

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The discussion is regarding whether it is possible to configure auto-closing of topics based on the number of replies in Discourse, on a per-category basis. Fred_Koehler asked if it is possible, as they would like to auto-close contest topics after a certain number of replies. ondrej initially responded saying it is possible via category settings, but later acknowledged they misread and it is actually not currently possible to auto-close based on post count per category or topic - only based on elapsed time. JammyDodger confirmed it is not currently possible to auto-close based on post count at the category or topic level.

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We’re exploring using our self-hosted instance of Discourse to run contests, and we’d like to auto close topics in contest categories after a certain number of replies (say 5). I see where I can set the entire site to auto close topics after 5 posts, but I’m curious if there is a way to adjust this at the category level.

Hope you’re all having a great Friday!

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Absolutely! It is indeed possible to control this at a category level. If you navigate to your category settings and scroll down a bit you’ll see this:

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FYI you can also add topic timers to topics and set auto close

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I’m afraid it’s not possible to auto-close based on post count per category or topic, only on time.

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Ah yes… My bad I misread the topic.