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How to edit a category

Rename a category — everywhere it appears updates instantly.

Last updated: 2026-05-242 min read

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To edit a category in Extrack, open the Categories page, tap the category, tap Edit. The only editable field is the name. Save. Every transaction tagged with the category updates instantly; Budgets and Reports point at the new label. The system "Unknown" category is protected — it shows a "System" badge instead of Edit / Delete actions.

Steps

  1. Tap the category row

    Opens the detail view with the rollup and the Edit action.

  2. Tap Edit and change the name

    Single-field form.

  3. Save

    Rename propagates to every transaction, picker, budget and report immediately.

Frequently asked

Can I edit the "Unknown" category?

No. It shows a "System" badge in place of edit/delete actions — it cannot be renamed, deleted or capped.

Will renaming break a per-category budget cap?

No. The cap stays attached to the category id, just with the new label.

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