> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://www.presolve.com/docs/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Configure task and event categories > Add a task category and make it available to staff. Open [Settings → Tasks & Events](https://attorney.dearlegal.com/dashboard/settings?tab=task-types). Task types categorize work; event types categorize calendar entries. They do not grant staff permissions. ## Add a task type 1. Under **Task Types**, select **Add Task Type**. 2. Enter the required name and an optional description. 3. Choose an icon and color that help staff recognize the category. 4. Save and confirm the new row is **Active**. 5. Open [Create Task](/docs/help/tasks/create-and-track) and verify the type appears in the picker. Tasks and Events settings with a custom active task category and the task-title preview. ## Review active categories Use the **Active** switch on a category to deactivate or reactivate it. Reopen the settings page to confirm the saved state. Confirm the category is available when creating a task. Built-in categories are marked **Default** and cannot be selected for bulk operations. Review the available controls on each row rather than treating a built-in category like a new custom one. ## Other controls on this page **Event Types** is the corresponding category list for calendar events. **Task Title Prefix** configures the case information displayed with task titles. It provides ordered fields, separators, Prefix/Suffix placement, a preview, Reset, and Save. Review the preview with your firm's naming convention before changing it. Related: [Task statuses](/docs/help/tasks/statuses) and [schedule an event](/docs/help/tasks/calendar).