# In the admin module, what are categories for?

**URL:** https://discuss.workflowgen.com/t/in-the-admin-module-what-are-categories-for/451
**Category:** Administration
**Created:** [July 7, 2008, 7:57am UTC](https://discuss.workflowgen.com/t/in-the-admin-module-what-are-categories-for/451 "2008-07-07T07:57:00Z")
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#### Post date: [July 7, 2008, 7:57am UTC](https://discuss.workflowgen.com/t/in-the-admin-module-what-are-categories-for/451/1 "2008-07-07T07:57:00Z")

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You can define different categories and assign your process definitions to them. This allows end-users to create searches on specific process categories. As well, any page that displays the Launch Request ability will group the different processes by their categories.

#### Creating a category

**Note:** To create categories, you must be a WorkflowGen administrator.

1. In Administration Module, select the **Categories** menu item or click the **Categories** icon.

2. Select **New category**.

3. Provide a name and description for the new category. The description provided is what will be displayed to end-users.

See the [Categories](https://docs.advantys.com/workflowgen-administration-module-reference-guide/global-information/categories) section in the [WorkflowGen Administration Guide](https://docs.advantys.com/workflowgen-administration-module-reference-guide/global-information) for more information.