GPT-4: on category group moderation

What does enable category group moderation do?

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The enable_category_group_moderation setting allows groups to moderate content in specific categories. When enabled, it provides the ability for users belonging to specified groups to act as moderators for categories that have been assigned to those groups for moderation purposes.

This feature facilitates decentralized moderation by allowing community leaders or specific group members to manage content and maintain order within their designated categories. It essentially extends the moderation capabilities beyond the traditional site-wide moderators to include group-specific moderators for more focused and efficient content management, ensuring that categories are overseen by moderators with appropriate knowledge and interest in the topic.

The setting is disabled by default, so you need to enable it if you want groups to have moderation powers in specific categories. Keep in mind that additional configuration is required to assign specific groups to categories for moderation after enabling this setting.

Can you give me more details, how do I configures this?

Configuring category group moderation involves a few steps after you have enabled the enable_category_group_moderation Site Setting. Here is a detailed breakdown of what you need to do:

1. Enable Category Group Moderation:

   • Make sure the enable_category_group_moderation setting is enabled. This is the foundational step that allows groups to moderate content in specific categories.

2. Create or Identify the Group:

   • Determine which group(s) you want to have moderation capabilities in certain categories. If the group does not exist, you will need to create it via the Groups section in your site’s admin panel.

3. Assign the Group to Categories:

   • Once you have a group, go to the Categories section in your site’s admin panel.
   • Find the category you want to be moderated by the group, and edit its settings.
   • Look for a setting or field where you can specify which group has moderation abilities for that category. This might be labeled something like “Reviewable by Group,” “Moderated by Group,” or a similar name.
   • Assign the group to the category by selecting the group’s name in the respective field.

4. Configure Permissions (Optional):

   • You might want to review and adjust the permissions of the group to ensure they align with the moderation duties you expect the group to handle. This can include permissions to edit posts, manage topics, and other moderation actions within the assigned categories.

5. Inform the Group Members:

   • Once everything is set up, make sure to communicate with the members of the group about their new moderation responsibilities. Providing guidance on moderation policies and expectations will help ensure a smooth moderation process.

Keep in mind that different themes or versions of Discourse may have slightly different user interfaces or steps for these actions. Always check the specific documentation or help sections of your Discourse installation if you encounter discrepancies in the process.