How to Add Subcategories in WordPress
WordPress is a powerful content management system that allows users to easily organize their website’s content into categories and subcategories. Subcategories help to further categorize and organize your content, making it easier for visitors to navigate and find specific topics of interest. Adding subcategories in WordPress is a straightforward process that can be done in a few simple steps.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add subcategories in WordPress:
1. Login to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. Go to the “Posts” tab and click on “Categories.”
3. On the Categories page, you will see a list of existing categories. To add a subcategory, simply hover over the parent category under which you want to create the subcategory.
4. Click on the “Add New Category” link that appears.
5. Enter the name of your subcategory in the “Name” field.
6. In the “Slug” field, WordPress will automatically generate a URL-friendly version of the subcategory name. You can edit it if needed.
7. If you want the subcategory to have a parent category, select the appropriate parent category from the “Parent” drop-down menu.
8. Add a description for the subcategory if desired.
9. Click the “Add New Category” button to save your subcategory.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can I create multiple levels of subcategories?
No, WordPress allows only one level of subcategories. You can have multiple subcategories under a parent category, but you cannot create subcategories under subcategories.
2. How do I assign posts to subcategories?
When creating or editing a post, you can assign it to a subcategory by selecting the appropriate category in the “Categories” section.
3. Can I change the order of subcategories?
Yes, you can easily change the order of subcategories by going to the Categories page and dragging and dropping them into the desired order.
4. Can I convert a subcategory into a parent category?
Yes, you can convert a subcategory into a parent category by editing the subcategory and removing its parent category.
5. How can I display subcategories on my website?
You can display subcategories on your website by using the WordPress category widget or by manually adding category links in your navigation menu.
6. Will adding subcategories affect my SEO?
No, adding subcategories will not affect your SEO as long as you maintain a logical and organized structure.
7. Can I add subcategories to custom post types?
Yes, you can add subcategories to custom post types by enabling the ‘taxonomies’ parameter when registering the custom post type.