Create and Organize Channels and Categories

Channels are the rooms of your server, categories are the folders they live in. A good order helps new members find their way.

At a glance

Create a category and a channel

1. Right-click in the channel list, then Create Category. Give it a name such as "General" or "Gaming area".
2. Click the + next to the category and choose the channel type.
3. Give it a name. Lowercase and hyphens are usual; spaces become hyphens.
4. If needed turn on Private Channel and choose who may see it.

Keep things tidy

• Keep categories small and labeled: "Questions" rather than "Misc".
• Put the most important channels on top: rules, announcements, general.
• Permissions you set on a category apply to all channels inside as long as they are synced (see Understanding Discord permissions).

Frequently asked questions

How many channels may a server have? Discord limits the number of channels per server. That is plenty for normal servers, but aim for clarity rather than quantity.

Can I move channels? Yes, by drag and drop, also into another category.

With Kage

The Setup Assistant creates a sensible channel structure for your type of server, including private areas for team and moderation. How Kage helps manage and automate channels is in the guide Manage channels.