How Do I Add a Directory to a Discord Server?

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Scott Campbell

Adding a directory to a Discord server is a great way to organize your channels and make it easier for members to navigate and find relevant information. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps of adding a directory to your Discord server.

Step 1: Create Channel Categories

To create a directory in your Discord server, you’ll need to start by organizing your channels into categories. Categories act as folders that can hold multiple channels within them. To create a new category, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Open Discord and navigate to your server.
  • Step 2: Right-click on the server name in the left sidebar.
  • Step 3: Select “Create Category” from the menu that appears.
  • Step 4: Give your category a name and click “Create”.

Your category will now appear in the left sidebar of your Discord server.

Step 2: Move Channels into Categories

Now that you have created your categories, it’s time to move your existing channels into them. To do this, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Right-click on a channel you want to move.
  • Step 2: Select “Edit Channel” from the menu that appears.
  • Step 3: In the “Category” dropdown menu, select the desired category for the channel.
  • Step 4: Click “Save Changes”.

The channel will now be moved into the selected category.

Step 3: Creating New Channels in Categories

If you want to create new channels directly within a category, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Right-click on the desired category.
  • Step 2: Select “Create Channel” from the menu that appears.
  • Step 3: Customize the channel settings as needed (e.g., name, permissions).
  • Step 4: Click “Create Channel”.

The new channel will now be created within the selected category.

Step 4: Adjusting Channel Order

To further organize your directory, you can adjust the order of channels within each category. Follow these steps to rearrange channels:

  • Step 1: Click and hold on a channel you want to move.
  • Step 2: Drag the channel up or down to your desired position.

The channel will be placed in its new position within the category.

In Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to add a directory to your Discord server using categories. By organizing your channels into categories and adjusting their order, you can create a more structured and easily navigable server for your members.

Remember to regularly review and update your directory as your server grows and evolves. Happy organizing!

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