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# Organize variables into categories

Make your life easier by classifying variables into categories!

To **create a new category**:

1. Access your series
2. In the left menu, choose "Variables" and then "Categories"
3. Click on "+ New category"
4. Choose a name for your category and validate by clicking on "Create this category"

If you have many categories, you can also **[organize them in subcategories](https://help.easymedstat.com/support/solutions/articles/77000175761-create-subcategories?hsLang=en)**.

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