There are two ways to add categories and subcategories in WordPress:
1. From the Posts page
- Go to Posts > Categories in your WordPress dashboard.
- Click Add New Category.
- Enter a name for your category.
- (Optional) Enter a description for your category.
- (Optional) Select a parent category.
- Click Add New Category.
2. From the Edit Post page
- Go to Posts > All Posts in your WordPress dashboard.
- Click the Edit button next to the post you want to add a category to.
- Scroll down to the Categories section.
- Click Add New Category.
- Enter a name for your category.
- (Optional) Enter a description for your category.
- (Optional) Select a parent category.
- Click Add New Category.
Once you’ve added a category or subcategory, it will appear in the list of categories on the Categories page. You can also edit or delete categories from this page.
Tips for using categories and subcategories in WordPress
- Use categories to organize your posts into logical groups. This will make it easier for visitors to find the content they’re looking for.
- Use subcategories to further organize your posts within each category. This can be helpful if you have a lot of posts in a particular category.
- Use descriptive names for your categories and subcategories. This will help visitors understand what your content is about.
- Use a consistent naming convention for your categories and subcategories. This will make your site look more professional.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment with different categories and subcategories. The best way to find what works for your site is to try different things.