- How to create and edit a custom category on Seller App
- How to create a custom category on Desktop
- How to create a custom category via bulk upload
- FAQ
Product categories are used to list similar products in your catalog in one group. You can choose a pre existing list of category names or add your own. Custom Category allows you to create your 'product category' depending on the type of products you sell on your online store. For the custom category, you can add/edit the category name of an image as well as include a description.
How to create and edit a custom category on Seller App
1. Login to your SmartBiz account and navigate to 'Catalog'.
2. Click on 'Categories' and then go to 'Add new category'.
3. Add details for the new category - Category Image (from your photo gallery), Category Name (Ex: Silver Earrings), Description and Business Category.
4. After updating all the details, click on "Create Category".
5. You can now click on "Add New Category" to add more categories.
Note: While adding a new product from Catalog > Product > if you select the product category, product will be created in the selected category.
If you select "Add New Product Category" while adding a new product from Catalog, it will create new category first and then products will be added to the newly created category.
How to create a custom category on Desktop
1. Introduction
You will learn how to set up a new category with an image, name, business category, and metadata.
2. Access Categories Tab
Click "Categories" to view and manage your existing product categories.
3. Initiate Adding Category
Click "Add Category" to start creating a new product category.
4. Select Category Image
Click "Choose Image" to upload or select an image representing the new category.
5. Enter Category Name
Click "Category Name " to input the name for your new category.
6. Open Business Category List
Click "Select Business Category" to choose the appropriate business category for your product.
7. Choose Clothing Category
For instance, select "Clothing" to designate the new category within the clothing business segment.
8. Enter Title Tag
Click "Enter Title Tag" to add a title tag that improves category searchability.
9. Add Meta Description
Click "Enter Meta Description" to provide a brief description for SEO purposes.
10. Upload Supporting File
To enhance your experience, click "Upload file" to add a social sharing image for your content. This image is essential for promoting your material on social media, capturing audience attention and encouraging engagement.
11. Save Category Settings
Click "Save" to finalize and save your new category configuration.
12. New Category added
The new category can be viewed while editing product details, enhancing user experience through easier navigation and management of product information.
13. Initiate New Category
While editing product details, you can add a new category from the Product Category section. This feature enhances flexibility and organization, ensuring products are categorized for better visibility and accessibility.
14. Select Category Name Field
Click "Category Name" to enter the name for your new category.
15. Add New Category
Click "Add Category" to add the newly named category to your list.
16. Save Category Updates
Click "Save Changes" to confirm and save all category modifications.
You have successfully added and configured a new category in the Amazon Seller App, including image selection, naming, business category assignment, and metadata entry. You can now manage your products more effectively within this category or proceed to add more categories as needed.
FAQ
1. Why do I see an error while adding/editing products in catalog?
Please update the SmartBiz app in order to experience a smooth cataloging experience.
2. Why can't I edit the business category in the edit category page?
Currently, we do not allow editing of the business category once it is set for a particular product category.
3. I have added my products to a wrong product category. Can I shift all my products to another product category?
Yes, you can change the category of the products via seller app or desktop through the update product page. You can also edit the category of all products in one go through bulk edit excel sheet.
4. I already have my products listed in various pre-existing categories. Can I change the categories for those products?
Yes, you can edit the name and image of all pre-existing categories that already have products listed in them.
5. Can I edit category names, images and description etc. on desktop?
Yes, we do offer these features on desktop. Additionally, editing category names, images and description can be done on seller app as well.
6. Can I customize SEO settings and social sharing images for custom categories on Desktop?
Yes. When setting up or editing a category on Desktop, you can enter a Title Tag to improve searchability, a Meta Description for SEO purposes, and upload a Supporting File (social sharing image) to optimize how the category appears when shared on social media platforms.
7. Are SEO metadata fields (Title Tag, Meta Description, and Social Sharing Image) available on the Seller App?
Currently, advanced SEO settings—such as Title Tags, Meta Descriptions, and social sharing image uploads—are available when creating or managing categories on the Desktop version. On the Seller App, you can set the Category Image, Category Name, Description, and Business Category.