category — Schema.org Property Guide

What does category mean?

A category for the item. Greater signs or slashes can be used to informally indicate a category hierarchy.

Used on types (domainIncludes)

• ActionAccessSpecification
• Guide
• Invoice
• Offer
• PhysicalActivity
• Product
• Recommendation
• Service
• SpecialAnnouncement

Expected value types (rangeIncludes)

• CategoryCode
• PhysicalActivityCategory
• Text
• Thing
• URL

Schema.org domainIncludes and rangeIncludes are descriptive guidance, not strict validation prohibitions. Check the official reference for updates.

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