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[Resolved] convert custom field to taxonmy

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Problem:

The issue here is that the user wanted to convert their custom fields to taxonomies.

Solution:
Unfortunately there isn't an automatic way of doing this and you will need to manually create the taxonomy and re-enter the values from the custom field.

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Last updated by Shane 6 years, 5 months ago.

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How can I convert a custom field (a set of checkboxes) to a taxonomy?

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Shane
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Hi Anthony,

Thank you for contacting our support forum.

Unfortunately there isn't an automatic way of doing this and you will need to manually create the taxonomy and re-enter the values from the custom field.

Thanks,
Shane