# Post Category

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* **Name** The category name as it will appear on your site.
* **Slug** The URL-friendly version of the name. Typically lowercase and uses hyphens (`-`) instead of spaces. Example: `jazz-music`
* **Parent Category** Categories can be hierarchical. For example, a category "Jazz" can have child categories like "Bebop" and "Big Band". *(Optional)*
* **Description** A short explanation of the category. While not shown by default on most themes, some themes may display it.

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#### **Category List**

* Displays all categories in a hierarchical table format.
* Columns include:
  * **Name**
  * **Description**
  * **Slug**
  * **Post Count** (number of posts assigned to the category)
* Use the checkboxes and **Bulk Action** dropdown to:
  * Delete categories
  * Edit multiple categories

> **Note:** Deleting a category does **not** delete its posts. If a post is only assigned to the deleted category, it will be moved to the default category **Uncategorized**. The default category **cannot** be deleted.


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