Create a taxonomy

To use a taxonomy, you add a Select field to the content type and associate this field with a taxonomy. This lets the content author select taxonomy values to associate with each content item.

In the following example, the content type on the left includes a Select field called Amenities, which is associated with the taxonomy Amenities. When the content author creates a content item using this type, the Select field lets them choose values from a list.

Create taxonomy example
Tip

It is a good idea to plan how you are going to use taxonomies in your content model in advance to avoid having to retag content.

To create a taxonomy:

  1. On the menu bar, click Content model > Taxonomies.

  2. On the Taxonomies page, click Create taxonomy.

  3. In the Create taxonomy dialog, enter a name for the taxonomy. By default, the ID is created using the name. Optionally, enter a different ID if required.

  4. Click Continue.

  5. On the taxonomy details page, in the Name field, enter a name for the taxonomy value. By default, the ID is created using the name.

  6. Optionally, enter a different ID if required.

  7. Click Add or press Enter.

  8. Repeat steps 5 to 8 to add additional taxonomy values.

  9. When you have finished entering the taxonomy values, click Save.

Note

For a full list of fields, parameters, and technical limitations, see the data model.

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