Post Categories

1. Overview

The Post Category Management interface allows users to create, edit, delete, and export post categories. It provides a structured table view with options for managing the category details efficiently.

2. Navigation

Path: Dashboard → Contents → Post → Categories

3. Top Controls

Add New

• Located on the right-hand side.

• Opens a dialog to create a new category.

• Required field: Category Name, Category URL.

• Optional fields: Tagline, Category Title, Meta Description, Meta Tags, Parent Category.

Delete Selected

• Located next to the Add New button.

• Disabled until at least one category checkbox is selected.

• Deletes all selected categories when enabled.

4. Export Options

• Available on the right-hand side.

• Export category data in multiple formats:

  • CSV

  • Excel

  • Text

5. Table Structure

The table displays all categories with the following columns:

• Checkbox (Selection): Allows selecting one or multiple categories for bulk actions.

• Category ID: Unique identifier for each category.

• Category Name: The name of the category.

• Last Activity: Shows the most recent update or interaction with the category.

• Views: Displays the number of views associated with the category.

• Actions: Provides two buttons for each category:

  • Edit: Opens the category details for modification.

  • Delete: Removes the category from the system.

6. Workflow Example

1. Add a Category: Click Add New, fill in the Category Name (mandatory), Category URL (mandatory - auto generated) , and optionally add other details. Save to create.

2. Edit a Category: In the Actions column, click Edit to update details.

3. Delete a Category: Either select the checkbox and click Delete Selected or use the Delete button in the Actions column.

4. Export Categories: Use the export options to download the table data in CSV, Excel, or Text format.

7. Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with category management, consider the following steps:

• Ensure you have the necessary permissions to create, edit, or delete categories.

• Refresh the post if changes do not appear immediately.

• Check for any error messages during actions and follow the suggested resolutions.

• Clear browser cache or try a different browser if problems persist.

• Contact support if the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps.

8. Key Notes

• Only the Category Name and Category URL are mandatory when creating a new category.

• Bulk deletion requires selecting categories via checkboxes.

• Export options provide flexibility for data handling and reporting.