How do I group networks?

In the Home edition of NetSpot, the networks in the left sidebar are automatically grouped by SSID name. PRO and Enterprise level users have the ability to group networks by:

Group networks by:

  • Mode
  • Channel
  • Vendor
  • Security Type
  • Frequency Band
  • Custom Groups

This makes it easier to select and deselect related networks with one click.

To group by one of the first 5 options, simply click on the “Group by…”.

To add a custom group:

  1. Select Group by > Custom.
  2. Right-click on the network list and select Add a custom group.

Group networks by:

  1. Type the name for your new group in the blank field that will appear at the top of the list.

Group networks by:

  1. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as needed for additional custom groups.
  2. Drag the networks you wish to add onto the custom group name or select the networks by checking the boxes next to them, right-click on the network list->Move selected APs to a group ->select group name from the list.

Group networks by:

  1. To select, or deselect, all networks within a group, simply click the checkbox next to the group name.
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updated: July 24, 2025 author: nsjill
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