Introduction
Categories play a crucial role in organizing products on your site, making navigation easier for customers. In PrestaShop, category management is intuitive and offers extensive customization options.
Creating Categories
To create a new category, go to the "Catalog" menu and select "Categories". Click "Add new category" and fill in the required fields:
- Name: Enter a concise and informative name for the category.
- Display: Decide if the category will be visible to customers.
- Parent Category: Specify the parent category if applicable.
- Description: Add a description for internal use.
- Images: Upload a main image and a thumbnail for the category.
- SEO Settings: Fill in the meta title, meta description, and keywords to improve search engine visibility.
Editing and Managing Categories
To edit an existing category, click "Edit" next to the desired category. You can also view and manage subcategories by clicking on the parent category.
Importing and Exporting Categories
PrestaShop supports importing and exporting categories in CSV format, simplifying bulk updates and catalog management.
Adding Products to Categories
Products can be added to one or more categories through the product settings page under "Basic settings".
Conclusion
Effective category management enhances user experience and boosts sales. For more detailed information, visit the PrestaShop documentation.
