How To Create Post Categories?
1. Log In: Log in to your WordPress dashboard using your username and password.
2. Access Categories: On the left-hand menu, find and click on “Posts.”
3. Create a New Category: In the expanded submenu under “Posts,” select “Categories.”
4. Enter Details: On the “Categories” page, you’ll see an “Add New Category” section.
– Enter a name for your new category in the “Name” field.
– Optionally, provide a “Slug,” which is the URL-friendly version of the category name.
– Write a brief description of the category in the “Description” field to help understand its purpose.
5. Parent Category (Optional): If you want to create a hierarchical structure, select a parent category from the dropdown. This is useful for creating subcategories.
6. Save: Click the “Add New Category” button to create the category.
7. Assign Categories to Posts: When writing or editing a post, find the “Categories” section on the right-hand side. Check the checkboxes next to the categories you want to assign to the post.
8. Save or Update: After assigning categories to the post, save or update the post.
9. View Categories on Your Website: Depending on your theme, categories might appear in menus, sidebars, or category archives. Visitors can access posts through these categories.
10. Edit or Delete Categories (Optional): To edit a category, go back to the “Categories” section in your dashboard, hover over the category, and click the “Edit” link. To delete a category, hover over it and click “Delete.” Be cautious, as deleting a category removes it from assigned posts.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to add new categories to your WordPress website, making it easier for visitors to navigate and find the content they’re interested in.