# Categories

# Overview
The **Categories** section allows administrators to organize pages into a structured hierarchy. Categories make it easier to manage, navigate, and display related pages within the application.

> **Note:**  
> A default **Root** category is available in the system and acts as the top-level parent for all categories.

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# Create a New Category

To create a new category:

1. Navigate to **Pages → Categories**.
2. Click **Add New Category**.
3. Fill in the required details.
4. Click **Create** to add the category.

## Category Fields

| Field | Description |
|-------|-------------|
| **Title** | Enter the name of the category. Maximum **255 characters**. |
| **Parent Category** | Select the parent category under which the new category will be created. By default, **Root (/)** is available. |
| **Description** | Enter a brief description of the category (Optional). |

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# Category List

After a category is created, it is displayed in the **Categories** table.

The table contains the following information:

| Column | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| **Parent Category** | Displays the parent category of the current category. |
| **Title** | Displays the category name. |
| **Status** | Indicates whether the category is **Visible** or hidden. |
| **Modified At** | Displays the date and time when the category was last updated. |

Additional features available on this page include:

- **Search** to quickly find a category.
- **Entries** to control the number of records displayed per page.

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## Default Root Category

The application includes a default **Root** category.

- The **Root** category serves as the top-level category.
- New categories can be created directly under **Root** or under any existing parent category.
- Organizing categories under appropriate parent categories helps maintain a clear and structured hierarchy.

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> **Best Practice:**  
> Use meaningful and descriptive category names to keep the page structure organized and easy to manage.