How to Add Products to eCommerce Categories in Odoo 18 (Enterprise)
Introduction
Odoo’s Website module comes with powerful eCommerce capabilities that help businesses build and manage an online store with ease. One essential feature in organizing your products effectively is the use of eCommerce categories. These categories not only help in structuring your product catalog but also enhance the user experience by making it easier for customers to find what they are looking for.
This blog explains how to add products to eCommerce categories in Odoo Website, ensuring a well-structured and navigable online store.
Purpose
The purpose of this guide is to
Help users understand the concept of eCommerce categories in Odoo.
Demonstrate the process of assigning products to relevant eCommerce categories.
Ensure your website visitors have a smooth browsing experience with categorized product listings.
Step 1: Create eCommerce Categories
Navigate to Website > Products > eCommerce Categories.
2. Click on Create.
3. Enter the category name (e.g., electronics, clothing, accessories).
4. Optionally, assign a parent category if you're creating a subcategory.
5. Add a category image for visual representation on the website.
6. Click Save.
Step 2: Assign Products to eCommerce Categories
7. Go to Website > eCommerce > Products.
8. Open the product you want to assign.
9. In the Sales tab, locate the eCommerce Category field.
10. Select the desired eCommerce category (you can assign multiple if needed).
11. Save the product.
Step 3: Check the Website View
12. Navigate to your website > shop page.
13. You’ll see the products listed under their respective categories.
14. Category filters appear on the left sidebar (depending on your theme), helping users browse easily.
Conclusion
Organizing your products using eCommerce categories in Odoo Website is a simple yet powerful way to enhance your online store’s structure and user experience. By categorizing your items properly, you make it easier for customers to navigate your shop, discover products, and make informed purchase decisions. Follow this guide to keep your product catalog clean, navigable, and user-friendly.