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How to Add a New Category in WordPress Print

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WordPress categories are handy for you to organize posts. You can create categories and sub-categories, while posts can be assigned to multiple categories.

1. Log in to the WordPress dashboard.


2. From the Dashboard menu, go to Posts and click on Categories.
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3. Enter the following details in Add Category:

  • Name: Enter your category name, such as Computer.
  • Slug: Enter a slug name or leave it blank.
  • Parent: Leave this at None, or should you select a category, it will become a sub-category of your chosen category.
  • Description: Enter your category description, or simply leave it blank.

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4. Click on Add Category.

Your new category has been created.


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