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# Transaction Categorization
Nova automatically organizes your transactions into categories so you can see exactly where your money goes — without the manual work.
When transactions sync from your connected accounts, Charlie (Nova's AI) analyzes the merchant name, amount, and patterns to assign each transaction to the right category. Common categories include Groceries, Dining, Transportation, Shopping, Entertainment, and more.
Charlie gets smarter over time. When you correct a category, Charlie remembers your preference and applies it to similar future transactions.
If Charlie gets one wrong, it's easy to fix:
Charlie will learn from your correction and improve for next time.
Nova's default categories cover most spending, but you can add your own:
Custom categories are available everywhere — budgets, reports, and transaction filtering.
Need to split a single transaction across multiple categories? SuperNova subscribers can:
This is perfect for warehouse store trips or shared expenses.
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