Recategorizing Questions
Questions should be categorized in the most specific categories possible. When properly categorized, a question has a better chance of being answered by the people who have knowledge in that specific area of interest.
When you determine the top level category for a question, look at all the sub-categories and place the question in the most specific category. If you're unsure, place the question in the main category for the topic.
Step-by-step guidelines:
- Click on Recategorize in Question Tools in the Tools menu.
- Check the category or categories you wish to place the question into (up to three categories).
- [If applicable] Uncheck the category or categories in which the question does not belong.
- Click Save.
Tip:
There are actually two methods for recategorizing. Use the Find Categories method to enter a category name; as you type, suggestions for categories are offered if available. Alternatively, use the Browse Categories method to view all available categories; if a category contains subcategories, it will be expandable on clicking it.
