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diff --git a/data-explorer/data-explorer-insights.md b/data-explorer/data-explorer-insights.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Azure Data Explorer Clusters insights
 description: This article describes how to use Azure Data Explorer Clusters Insights.
 ms,reviewer: guregini
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 05/24/2022
 ms.custom:
   - subject-monitoring

diff --git a/data-explorer/ingest-data-fluentd.md b/data-explorer/ingest-data-fluentd.md
@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ description: Learn how to ingest log data with Fluentd into Azure Data Explorer.
 ms.reviewer: ramacg
 ms.author: v-hzargari
 author: hzargari-ms
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: how-to
 ms.date: 01/05/2026
 ---
 

diff --git a/data-explorer/ingest-invalid-data.md b/data-explorer/ingest-invalid-data.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: How invalid data affects ingestion in Azure Data Explorer.
 description: Learn about possible outcomes of ingesting invalid data in Azure Data Explorer.
 ms.reviewer: slneimer
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 11/14/2022
 ---
 

diff --git a/data-explorer/ingestion-supported-formats.md b/data-explorer/ingestion-supported-formats.md
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Supported Ingestion Formats In Azure Data Explorer
 description: Learn about the various data and compression formats supported by Azure Data Explorer for ingestion.
 #customer intent: As a data engineer, I want to know which file formats Azure Data Explorer supports for ingestion so that I can prepare source files correctly.
 ms.reviewer: tzgitlin
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 09/02/2025
 ms.custom:
   - ai-gen-docs-bap

diff --git a/data-explorer/integrate-overview.md b/data-explorer/integrate-overview.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Integrations overview
 description: Learn about the available data connectors, tools, and integrations, and their capabilities.
 ms.reviewer: aksdi
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: integration 
 ms.date: 12/01/2025
 ---
 # Integrations overview

diff --git a/data-explorer/integrate-query-overview.md b/data-explorer/integrate-query-overview.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Query integrations overview
 description: Learn about the available query integrations.
 ms.reviewer: aksdi
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: integration 
 ms.date: 12/01/2025
 
 # CustomerIntent: As a data ingestor, I want to know what query connectors and tools are available, so that I can choose the right one for my use case.

diff --git a/data-explorer/kql-learning-resources.md b/data-explorer/kql-learning-resources.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Kusto Query Language learning resources
 description: This article provides a list of different types of learning resources for ramping up on KQL.
 ms.reviewer: alexans
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 06/10/2025
 ---
 # Kusto Query Language learning resources

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/api/monaco/monaco-overview.md b/data-explorer/kusto/api/monaco/monaco-overview.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Integrate capabilities in your app.
 description: Learn about the different ways you can integrate capabilities in your apps.
 ms.reviewer: izlisbon
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: integration 
 ms.date: 08/11/2024
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 # Integrate query capabilities in your app overview

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/docs-navigation.md b/data-explorer/kusto/docs-navigation.md
@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 ---
 title: KQL docs navigation guide
 description: Learn how to understand which version of KQL documentation you are viewing and how to switch to a different version.
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 09/15/2025
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 # KQL docs navigation guide

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/ingestion-properties.md b/data-explorer/kusto/ingestion-properties.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Data ingestion properties
 description: Optimize data ingestion by configuring properties that align with your data formats.
 ms.reviewer: tzgitlin
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: reference
 ms.date: 09/25/2025
 monikerRange: "azure-data-explorer || microsoft-fabric"
 ---

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/ingestion-supported-formats.md b/data-explorer/kusto/ingestion-supported-formats.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Data Ingestion - Supported Formats and Compression
 description: Explore the various data formats like CSV, JSON, Parquet, and more, supported for ingestion. Understand compression options and best practices for data preparation.
 ms.reviewer: tzgitlin
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: reference
 ms.date: 10/29/2025
 monikerRange: "azure-data-explorer || microsoft-fabric"
 ---

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-best-practices.md b/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-best-practices.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Best practices for Kusto Query Language (KQL) graph semantics
 description: Learn about the best practices for Kusto Query Language (KQL) graph semantics.
 ms.reviewer: herauch
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: best-practice
 ms.date: 05/29/2025
 # Customer intent: As a data analyst, I want to learn about best practices for KQL graph semantics.
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diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-sample-data.md b/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-sample-data.md
@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 ---
 title: Graph sample datasets and examples
 description: Graph examples with detailed descriptions, use cases, and visualizations
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.author: spelluru
 author: cosh
 ms.date: 08/14/2025

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-scenarios.md b/data-explorer/kusto/query/graph-scenarios.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Scenarios for using Kusto Query Language (KQL) graph semantics
 description: Learn about common scenarios for using Kusto Query Language (KQL) graph semantics.
 ms.reviewer: spelluru
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 05/28/2025
 # Customer intent: As a data analyst, I want to learn about common scenarios for using Kusto Query Language (KQL) graph semantics.
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diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/query/kql-quick-reference.md b/data-explorer/kusto/query/kql-quick-reference.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: KQL Quick Reference
 description: Learn how to use KQL functions like `where`, `summarize`, and `render` with syntax examples to streamline your data queries.
 ms.reviewer: 
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: reference
 ms.date: 09/15/2025
 adobe-target: true
 ---

diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/query/splunk-cheat-sheet.md b/data-explorer/kusto/query/splunk-cheat-sheet.md
@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 ---
 title: Splunk to Kusto map
 description: Learn how to write log queries in Kusto Query Language by comparing Splunk and Kusto Query Language concept mappings.
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: reference
 ms.date: 02/25/2025
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diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/tools/kusto-explorer-troubleshooting.md b/data-explorer/kusto/tools/kusto-explorer-troubleshooting.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Troubleshoot common problems in Kusto.Explorer
 description: Learn about common problems in installing and running Kusto.Explorer and their solutions
 ms.reviewer: alexans
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: troubleshooting-general
 ms.date: 11/04/2025
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diff --git a/data-explorer/kusto/tools/kusto-explorer.md b/data-explorer/kusto/tools/kusto-explorer.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Kusto.Explorer Installation and User Interface
 description: Learn about the features of Kusto.Explorer and how it can help you to explore your data
 ms.reviewer: alexans
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 09/15/2025
 ms.custom: sfi-image-nochange
 ---

diff --git a/data-explorer/proof-of-concept-playbook.md b/data-explorer/proof-of-concept-playbook.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: "Azure Data Explorer POC playbook: Big data analytics"
 description: "A high-level methodology for preparing and running an effective Azure Data Explorer proof of concept (POC) project."
 ms.reviewer: devsha
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: concept-article
 ms.date: 12/01/2025
 ---
 

diff --git a/data-explorer/schema-best-practice.md b/data-explorer/schema-best-practice.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Schema optimization best practices
 description: This article discusses best practices for schema design in Azure Data Explorer
 ms.reviewer: avnera
-ms.topic: article
+ms.topic: best-practice
 ms.date: 01/09/2026
 ---
 # Schema optimization best practices