Managing Categories in Showoff

Efficient category management is essential for organising event content in ASP’s Showoff CMS. Properly adding or editing Sponsor, Product, or Programme categories helps attendees and exhibitors find relevant information quickly. This guide walks you through managing categories to ensure exhibitor lists, product finders, and seminar programmes are properly segmented.

Adding a New Category

1. Go to the Categories section in the CMS settings menu.

2. Click Add Category (or similar).

3. Enter the category name and any required details.

4. Save your changes and review the module to confirm the update.

Editing Existing Categories

1. Access the Categories menu in back office settings.

2. Locate the category you want to edit (e.g., Seminar Topics).

3. Click View Category to open details.

4. Update the name, description, or assigned items as needed.

5. Save and verify that changes are correctly reflected on the front end.

Troubleshooting & Best Practices

• Always confirm you are editing the correct module.

• Maintain consistent naming conventions for clarity and searchability.

• Review the front-end display after changes.

• Consult the support centre for additional guidance or troubleshooting tips.

Conclusion

Proper category management in Showoff CMS ensures accurate, intuitive navigation for event attendees and exhibitors. Following these steps allows ASP clients to efficiently update sponsor, product, and seminar programme segments, keeping event information clear, organised, and accessible.