Faceted Classification

Faceted classification is a system for organizing information by breaking it into multiple, distinct categories called facets. Each facet represents a different aspect or characteristic of the items being classified, like subject, date, location, or format. Instead of stacking categories in a simple hierarchy, faceted classification allows you to combine these facets in various ways to precisely describe and find items. Think of it like sorting books by multiple features—genre, author, publication year—so you can easily filter and locate specific items based on different attributes. This approach provides flexibility and depth in organizing complex collections.