# Post Categories

#### **Categories**

Manage and organize your posts by assigning them to categories. Categories help group related posts together, making it easier for visitors to navigate your site.

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#### **Search Categories**

Use the search box to quickly find existing categories.

#### **Add Category**

Create a new category for your posts.

* **Name**\
  The name is how the category will appear on your site.
* **Slug**\
  The URL-friendly version of the category name.
  * Must be lowercase.
  * Can only contain letters, numbers, and hyphens.
* **Parent Category**\
  Choose a parent category if you want to create a hierarchy.
  * Example: Create a main category **Jazz**, and assign subcategories like **Bebop** or **Big Band** under it.
  * If not needed, leave as **None**.
* **Description**\
  Add a short description for the category.
  * Not prominently displayed by default.
  * Some themes may show the description on category archive pages.


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