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# Edit a category or subcategory

# Edit a category or subcategory {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Xanadu
* 
* Updated August 1, 2024
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Edit your existing Operational Technology incident categories and subcategories to classify your incidents.

## Before you begin

* Set the application scope to Operational Technology Incident Management.
* Role required: admin
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## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllSystem DefinitionChoice Lists.
2. Set the condition filters to \[Table\] \[is\] \[sn_ot_incident\] and \[Element\] \[is\] \[category\] or \[Element\] \[is\] \[subcategory\].
3. Select the category or subcategory record.
4. Edit the form based on your needs.
5. Select Save.

## Result

Now, the changes to the existing category or subcategory appear on the record.

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