The Display Category add-on for Nettailer offers enhanced flexibility in product categorization. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to effectively utilising this feature.
This add-on allows you to specify an additional display category for products that is different from the category set by the portal. This feature is accessible from both the product editor in the admin and through an Excel import.
Key Points to Remember
- Navigation Impact: This feature solely affects the product navigation on the site.
- Original Category Association: Products maintain their association with the original category, which remains the primary reference.
- Product Range and Limitations: Any limitations or range specifics apply only to the original category, not to the display categories.
- Price Logic: Pricing rules are applicable to the original category and do not extend to display categories.
- Visibility of Category Groups: In a category group (navigation bar), a category will be visible only if it directly contains at least one product. Categories populated only through the Display Category feature will not be displayed.
- Product Links and Breadcrumbs: Product links and breadcrumbs remain connected to the original categories.
- Performance Impact: There may be a slight decrease in performance around the store's navigation and search functionalities.
- Excel Import: The Display Category can be imported and set at the product level.
Step-by-Step Implementation
After having the feature enabled by Netset to make this available in your shop, follow these instructions to utilise the feature:
Accessing the Feature
- Navigate to the product editor in the Nettailer admin.
- Alternatively, prepare your product data for Excel import. The template can be found here
Assigning display categories:
- In the admin panel, locate the option called "Display category".
- Click the "Connect" button to assign a display category to the product, different from its original category.
- Click "Save & close" to save your display category settings
Using Excel Import:
- In your Excel file, include a column specifically for Display Category.
- Assign the desired display category to each product.
- Import the file from the import section of the store at: Imports > Imports > Display category import
Review and Testing:
- After assigning Display categories, review the site to ensure the products are displayed in both their original and Display categories.
- Test the navigation to ensure that it reflects the new categorization without issues.
- Monitor the site’s performance, particularly the navigation and search functionalities, for any noticeable changes.
Ongoing Maintenance:
- Regularly update both the original and Display categories as needed.
- Monitor the site for any performance issues and adjust if necessary.
By following these steps, you can effectively implement the Display Category feature in Nettailer, enhancing your product navigation and display capabilities while maintaining the integrity of the original categorization system. Remember to monitor the performance and make adjustments as needed for optimal functionality.
