Marketplaces: Build step
UI update: There is a new channel selection page and overview for Feeds and Marketplaces (previously called APIs). Some visuals and instructions may not be up-to-date.
Attributes are fields in Channable and on marketplaces where specific information about your products is linked. Ensuring that the attributes in Channable are correctly filled is crucial for aligning your product data with the values required by the marketplace to which you are sending your products.
In the Build step, you configure all necessary attributes for your items, ensuring your product data aligns with marketplace requirements. This step is crucial for successful product listings and avoiding errors.
Overview of the Build Step
The Build step features a centralized interface that allows you to manage and map all attributes efficiently. Field indicators show mandatory fields in blue and optional fields in grey. You can also click the Hide optional fields to filter out non-mandatory fields to focus on essential data.
Shared attributes
Shared attributes apply to all products, such as EAN, prices, and titles. This tab provides a comprehensive view of these attributes, allowing you to fill in the necessary information for all items in one go. Examples include general information like the country of origin.
Marketplace specific tabs
Depending on the marketplace, additional tabs are found in the Shared attribute section of the Build step. For detailed guidance specific to the Marketplace, refer to the Marketplace article and search for "Additional requirements for [Marketplace]".
Category-specific attributes
Category-specific attributes are relevant only for products within a specific category. For example, size attributes for clothes and dimensions for furniture. This tab organizes these attributes by category, ensuring you can easily manage and map them. Examples include attributes like shoe size or color for footwear categories. The category layout displays a list of categories with the number of items in each.
Linking Attributes in Channable
Attributes in Channable are divided into two types: shared attributes and category-specific attributes.
Difference Between Shared and Category-Specific Attributes
Shared Attributes: Found on the shared attributes tab; values remain constant for all items (e.g., country of origin).
Category-Specific Attributes: Located on the attributes-per-category tab. Click a specific category to see an overview of category-specific attributes (e.g., item width).
Populating attributes with static values
Access the specific attributes tab: Navigate to the attributes tab you want to populate in the Build step.
Select the field: Click on the field header to enter the static value.
Enter the value: Input the required static value (e.g., country of origin).
Save changes: Click Save to store your changes. All items will now have this static value.
Populating attributes with dynamic values
Access the specific attributes tab: Navigate to the attributes tab you want to populate in the Build step.
Select the field: Click the "+" (plus) character to add a dynamic field. This field will appear in blue, indicating it is dynamic.
Save changes: Use the Save or Save & preview button to store your changes.
Additional Tips
Extra information: Click the (i) next to the field for more information about the type of value(s) the marketplace requires.
Handling missing information: If the correct information is not available, apply rules to the field or create new fields in your import file and populate them via rules.
Once you have filled in all the mandatory attributes, proceed to the Quality step.
FAQ
What happens if mandatory fields are not filled out?
Missing mandatory (blue) fields will result in errors during export, preventing your products from being listed.
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