Tag Categories
Category structure to group and organize TAGs. Provides easier management and filtering.
Overview
The Tag Categories module makes it easier to organize and manage thousands of TAGs. With categories, you can divide TAGs into logical groups, filter quickly and perform bulk operations.
Why Should I Use Categories?
- Fast search and filtering in large TAG lists
- Better organization with logical grouping
- Category-based authorization and access control
- Ease of reporting and analysis
- Bulk TAG operations (export, filtering)
Key Features
- Hierarchical category structure
- Multi-level category support
- Category-based TAG filtering
- Bulk TAG management
- Category-based reporting
- Export and Filtering features
Example Category Structures
| Category Name | Description | Example TAGs |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | TAGs related to electricity consumption | Current, Voltage, Power, Energy |
| Natural Gas | Natural gas consumption TAGs | Flow, Pressure, Temperature |
| Water | Water consumption TAGs | Flow, Pressure, Level |
| Air | Compressor and air systems | Pressure, Flow, Temperature |
| Production | Production line TAGs | Count, Speed, Status |
| Environment | Environmental parameters | Temperature, Humidity, CO2 |
| Power | Power consumption TAGs | Current, Voltage, Power, Energy |
| Compressor | Compressor systems | Current, Voltage, Power, Energy |
| Writable | Writable TAGs | Current, Voltage, Power, Energy |
| Siemens PLC | Siemens PLC TAGs | Siemens PLC TAGs |
| Temperature | Temperature TAGs | Temperature TAGs |
| Static | Static TAGs | Unchanging TAG values |
Creating Category
Adding New Category
- Go to Tag Category List page
- Click "Add New Category" button
- Enter category name (must be unique)
- Click save button
Hierarchical Structure
Category Hierarchical Example
📁 Energy
📄 Electricity - Main Line
📄 Electricity - Production
📄 Electricity - Lighting
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📄 Natural Gas - Boiler
📄 Natural Gas - Furnace
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📄 Water - Drinking Water
📄 Water - Process Water
Category Usage
Filtering in TAG List
You can view only TAGs in that category by selecting from the category dropdown on the TAG List page.
Best Practices
Recommendations
- Keep category names short and descriptive
- Establish a standard naming convention
- Avoid creating very deep hierarchies (max 3-4 levels)
- Add detailed description for each category
- Regularly clean up unused categories
- Document category changes