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title: "How to Create a Filterable Image Gallery in Elementor? (Category Wise Filter)"
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# How to Create a Filterable Image Gallery in Elementor? (Category Wise Filter)

## Key Takeaways

- Gallery Listing widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor allows users to add a category-wise filter to an image gallery.
- Category option is only available for Repeater in the Gallery Listing widget.
- Users can edit the 'All' filter label and select predefined styles for category filter labels.

Do you want to create a filterable image gallery in Elementor so users can easily filter images? By adding a category-wise filter you can improve the user experience and navigation where users can easily browse and sort through specific image categories.

With the Gallery Listing widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily add a category-wise filter to your image gallery.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Gallery Listing widget, [click here](/docs/gallery-listing-widget-settings-overview/).*

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

[LIVE WIDGET LINK](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-listing//#image-gallery-wgts?utm_source=tpae&utm_medium=docs&utm_campaign=text)

To do this, add the Gallery Listing widget on the page, after selecting the appropriate listing style and layout from the **Layout** tab, go to the **Content** tab and choose **Repeater** from the **Select Option** dropdown.

> *Note: The ****Category**** option is only available for ****Repeater****.*

Make sure you’ve added and assigned categories to your images while adding content to each repeater item.

Then go to the **Extra Options** tab, and turn on the **Category Wise Filter** toggle.

> *Note: Category filter is not available for the ****Carousel**** layout.*

Now you’ll be able to see filter options in your image gallery listing that you can use to filter images by category.

You can edit the ‘All’ filter label from the **All Filter Category** **Text** field.

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 label.

Also, read [How to Create an Elementor Gallery with ACF Gallery](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//create-elementor-gallery-with-acf-gallery/).

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if the category filter isn't showing up in my image gallery?**
A: If the category filter isn't appearing, ensure that you've selected 'Repeater' from the Select Option dropdown in the Content tab of the Gallery Listing widget. The category option is only available for Repeater layouts. Additionally, check that you've added and assigned categories to your images in each repeater item.

**Q: What are the best practices for labeling the category filters in my image gallery?**
A: When labeling category filters, consider clarity and relevance. You can edit the u2018Allu2019 filter label from the All Filter Category Text field. Additionally, explore different predefined styles for normal and hover states from the Category Filter Style and Filter Hover Style dropdowns to ensure your labels are visually appealing and consistent with your site's design.

**Q: Does the category filter work with all layouts in the Gallery Listing widget?**
A: No, the category filter is not available for the Carousel layout in the Gallery Listing widget. If you want to implement category filtering, ensure you choose a layout that supports this feature, such as the Repeater layout.

**Q: What happens if I forget to assign categories to my images?**
A: If you forget to assign categories to your images, the category filter will not function as intended. Users won't be able to filter images effectively, which can lead to a poor user experience. Always ensure that categories are assigned in each repeater item to enable the filtering feature.