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# Create resource categories

Resource categories group similar equipment.

They keep the Scheduler clear and easier to manage.

Examples include:

* vehicles
* trailers
* cranes
* tools

### Why categories matter

Resources need a category to appear in the Scheduler.

Categories also help planners find the right equipment faster.

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### Open the category setup

Go to the BackOffice area where resource categories are managed.
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### Add a category

Click **Add** and enter the category name.
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### Save the category

Save the category so it becomes available for resources.
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### Link the category to resources

Open a resource and select the right category.

Then save the resource.
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### Frequently asked questions

<details>

<summary>Can one resource belong to multiple categories?</summary>

No.

A resource uses one category.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What happens if I delete a category?</summary>

Linked resources lose that category.

They no longer appear in the Scheduler until you assign a new one.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I rename a category later?</summary>

Yes.

The new name applies to linked resources.

</details>

### Related topics

* [**Create a resource**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/object-management/create-and-manage-resources/create-a-resource.md)
* [**Use resources in the Scheduler**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/object-management/create-and-manage-resources/use-resources-in-the-scheduler.md)
* [**Use resources in Project Planning**](/backoffice/backoffice/projects/plan-and-track-projects/use-the-project-planning-board/use-resources-in-project-planning.md)


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