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How to Assign a Post to a Category Effortlessly

Summary

Learn how to assign a post to a category in WordPress effortlessly. Organize your content for better navigation and user experience!

To assign a post to a category in WordPress, follow these step-by-step instructions:

Step 1: Log in

Log into your WordPress dashboard

Step 2: Edit or create a new post

Host over Posts on the menu, then select All Posts from the submenu. This will take you to the list of posts.

Either select a post to edit or click the “Add New” button to create a new one.

The Posts page in the WordPress admin.

Step 3: Find the Categories Section

In the post editor, you’ll typically find the “Categories” section on the right-hand side. If you don’t see it, enable it by clicking “Screen Options” at the top of the page and checking the “Categories” option.

The Categories metabox on a WordPress post.

Step 4: Manage Categories

To assign an existing category to your post, check the box next to the category’s name in the list of available categories.

Remove Categories (If Needed):

If you want to remove a category from a post, uncheck the box next to the category’s name.

Assign Multiple Categories (Optional):

Assign your post to multiple categories by checking the boxes next to each relevant category.

Step 5: Save or Update Your Post

After selecting the appropriate categories, click the “Save Draft” or “Update” button to save your changes. If you’re creating a new post, click “Publish” when you’re ready to make your post live.

Step 6: View Your Categorized Post

Go to your website’s front end to see the categorized post displayed under the selected category.

That’s it! You’ve successfully assigned a post to a category. This helps organize your content and makes it easier for visitors to find specific topics on your website.

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