You can create standalone sub-category or under the main category based on your requirement.

To create a sub-category

  1. Go to the Catalog page.
  2. Click the dropdown next to the Create New button and select the Sub Category to open the Choose a Parent Category popup window.
  3. Select the main category by clicking the check box next to the required categories.
  4. Enter the following details.
    Field NameDescription
    Category NameEnter the name of the new category
    LabelThe system automatically fills this field based on the name you entered in the category name.
    DescriptionEnter the description for the new category.
    Search Filter FieldsSelect the fields you want to use as search filters on the catalog page.
    Default Search CategoryTo set the category as default on the catalog page.
    Expand by defaultTo display the sub-categories expanded by default.
    Include in Total ViewTurn on this setting to include the value of the products in this category in total view. 
    Hide All Search FiltersTurn on this setting to hide all search filters.
  5. Click Save.

To include sub-categories from existing

  1. Go to the Catalog page.
  2. Click the desired category name page to open the category details page.
  3. Click the vertical ellipsis () icon and select Add Sub Category from Existing.
  4. In the Add Category window, select the categories by clicking the checkboxes next to the required categories to import into the new category.
  5. Click Add.