Understanding AO3 Categories: A Guide for Readers

Learn about AO3 categories and how they help you find stories that match your preferences.

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Categories on AO3 help users filter and find stories according to their preferences. General indicates content suitable for all audiences. Teen and Up or Mature suggest increasingly mature themes. Explicit contains adult content. F/F, M/M, F/M, Multi, and Other describe different relationship types, reflecting pairings or multiple partners. Gen means no particular focus on romantic relationships. This system allows for tailored story discovery based on content and desired themes.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are the different content categories on AO3? AO3 offers categories such as General, Teen and Up, Mature, and Explicit, each indicating the maturity level of the content.
  2. How do I filter stories based on relationship types on AO3? You can filter stories on AO3 by relationship types like F/F, M/M, and F/M in the search settings to find your preferred pairings.
  3. What does 'Gen' mean in AO3 categorization? 'Gen' indicates stories that do not focus primarily on romantic relationships, appealing to readers looking for non-romantic narratives.

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