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title: "How to Add a Category Wise Filter in Social Reviews in Elementor?"
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date: 2023-10-28
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# How to Add a Category Wise Filter in Social Reviews in Elementor?

## Key Takeaways

- Social Reviews widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor allows users to add a category filter to their social review wall.
- Users can turn on the Category Wise Filter toggle in the Filter Option tab to enable filtering by category.
- The Category Filter Style and Filter Hover Style dropdowns offer predefined styles for category filter labels.

Do you want to add a category filter to your social review wall in Elmentor? If you are displaying reviews from multiple sources, adding a category filter can make it easier for users to check reviews from a particular source.

With the Social Reviews widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily add a category filter to your social review wall.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Social Reviews widget, [click here](/docs/social-reviews-widget-settings-overview/).*

***Requirement  - This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure it's installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

[LIVE WIDGET LINK](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-reviews/?utm_source=tpae&utm_medium=docs&utm_campaign=text)

To do this, add the Social Reviews widget on the page and follow the steps - 

1. From the **Type** dropdown, select **Reviews**, then select the appropriate style and layout (except Carousel) for the reviews.

2. Make sure to add a category in all the Social Reviews items.

![social reviews add category](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/social-reviews-add-category.png)

3. Then go to the **Filter Option** tab, and turn on the **Category Wise Filter** toggle. 

![social reviews category filter](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/social-reviews-category-filter.png)

Now, you’ll be able to see filter options in your reviews that you can use to filter the reviews by category.

From the **All Filter Category** **Text** field, you can edit the text to show all the reviews.

You can also select different predefined styles for the category filter labels for normal and hover states from the **Category Filter Style** and **Filter Hover Style** dropdowns, respectively. 

From the **Filter Alignment** section, you can align the filter.

![social reviews category filter demo](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/social-reviews-category-filter-demo.gif)

***Suggested Read:** [How to Create a Multi-Social Media Wall Review in Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//create-a-multi-social-media-wall-review-in-elementor/).*

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if the category filter is not showing up in my social reviews?**
A: If the category filter isn't appearing, ensure that you've added a category to all your Social Reviews items. This is crucial because the filter relies on these categories to function. Additionally, check that the Category Wise Filter toggle is turned on in the Filter Option tab. If these steps are followed, the filter should display correctly.

**Q: What happens if I forget to add categories to my social reviews?**
A: If you forget to add categories, the category filter will not function properly, and users won't be able to filter reviews by source. This could lead to a cluttered review wall, making it difficult for visitors to find specific feedback. Always ensure that each review item has a designated category to maximize the effectiveness of the filter.

**Q: Does enabling the category filter impact the loading speed of my social reviews?**
A: Enabling the category filter itself should not significantly impact the loading speed of your social reviews. However, if you have a large number of reviews or categories, it might affect performance. It's advisable to test the loading speed after implementing the filter to ensure that user experience remains optimal.