How To Add Custom Categories to the Catalogs?

Introduction

In managing a catalog, it is often necessary to customize the organization by adding specific categories. This article outlines a step-by-step guide on how to add categories within various catalog types, covering key scenarios such as selecting the appropriate catalog and creating custom categories. Whether working with partner catalogs, direct customer catalogs, or those for different seller tiers, this guide ensures that each category addition is done correctly and efficiently.

In this article:

• Adding Catalog Category - Selection of Catalog
• Adding Catalog Category

Adding Catalog Category - Selection of Catalog

Begin by selecting the specific catalog to which the category should be added.

Multiple options are available for adding categories, so ensure the correct catalog is chosen before proceeding. 

Tier 2 Seller

Partner Catalogs:

Select Catalog -> Partner Catalogs

Partner Catalog is a product Catalog established between a Distributor and the Seller. Allows to define and view which products offered by the Distributor will be available for the Seller.

Select the desired Partner Catalog (eg, default):

Next steps are described in the section 'Adding Custom Category'

Catalog for Indirect Customers

Select Catalog -> Customer Catalogs

Select the desired Customers catalog (eg, All (default))

Next steps are described in the section 'Adding Custom Category'

Tier 1 Seller

Select Catalog→ Customer Catalogs
Customer Catalogs are Catalogs assigned to the direct Customers for Tier 1 Sellers.

Select the desired Customer catalog (eg, All (default))

Next steps are described in the section 'Adding Custom Category'

Adding Catalog Category

After choosing the Catalog, scroll down and click on 'Edit Catalog'

To add a custom category, select 'Create New +'

Type the desired name and apply the changes by clicking on the Create button.

Save the changes for the catalog:

The new category will appear at the bottom of the categories list:

Summary

This article provides a clear, structured approach to adding categories within different catalog contexts, including partner and customer catalogs across various seller tiers. By following these steps, users can select the appropriate catalog, create unique custom categories, and apply these changes successfully. After saving, the new category will be displayed in the list, enhancing catalog organization and accessibility.

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