Taxonomies consist of classes. Here’s everything about them.
In this article:
- What is a class?
- Types of classes
- Adding a class to a taxonomy
- Adding labels to a taxonomy class
What is a class?
A class is a category of things or ideas in a taxonomy to which individuals belong. Each class can contain subclasses.
Types of classes
Broader class
A class that is less specific than another.
Example
Blue is the broader class for Cyan and Navy Blue.
Narrower class
A class that is more specific than another.
Example
Cyan and Navy Blue are narrower classes of the class Blue.
Adding a class to a taxonomy
In order to add a class to your your taxonomy click on ‘+’. This will add a narrower class related to the parent class.
Choose a name (also known as the preferred label) for your class. Each class must have a unique name.
Finally, click ’Create’ to add your class.
Adding labels to a taxonomy class
From your class page, you have the option to add lexical labels. These labels include the option to add preferred, alternative, or hidden labels. Read more about lexical labels here.
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