Overview

The process of adding items to the catalog is crucial for any e-commerce platform, including Bitsila, as it helps to manage all the products being sold on the platform effectively. This user guide will demonstrate how to add items to the Bitsila catalog using three different methods: Express Create, Master Catalog, and Clone. Express Create enables users to easily add items by filling in the required details, while Master Catalog allows users to add items from pre-existing products. Clone is used to copy an item's data and modify it to create a new item. The objective of this guide is to provide a step-by-step explanation of how to add items to the Bitsila catalog using these different methods.

Methods for Adding an Item to the Catalog

• Express Create

• Master Catalog

• Clone

Express Create Method:

Step 1:

Login to the Bitsila application

Step 2:

• On the dashboard, go to the Products Module and select Items

• Items page will open

Step 3:

Click on the Express Create button to add an item easily

Step 4:

• After clicking on the Express Create button, a new page will open up where you can enter the item details.

• Firstly, you can search for the item from the Master Item list or enter the item name manually.

• Next, select the appropriate Category, Group, and Sub-Group for the item.

• Then, choose the Item Type, enter the Unit, select the Unit of Measurement (UOM), enter the Price and Tax Percentage, and upload relevant Images.

Click on the Create button to add the item to the catalog

Master Catalog Method

Step 1:

On the items page, click on the Create from Master button

Step 2:

Select Top-Level and Brand

Step 3:

• Click on Add Items tab and select the items to be added

• Click on Create to add the items

Clone Method

Step 1:

• On the Items page, click on the particular item to copy the details of the item

Step 2:

• It will take you to the overview page

• Click on the Action Button which is on the right corner and select the Clone option

Step 3:

• To create a clone item in Bitsila, you need to provide various details such as the Name of the Item, the Item Category, Group, and Sub-Group.

• You also need to specify the Item Type, Unit, and UOM.

• Additionally, you have to select Inventory Controls, Receipt Details, Notify Limits, Sales Channels, Pricing, Products and Tax Identifier.

• Finally, create Search Words for the item and upload relevant Images.

• Click on the Create button to add the item to the catalog

Note: Make sure to fill in all the necessary details correctly while adding an item to the catalog.

The item details can be edited later on if needed.

Tip: Adding images to the item will make it look more attractive and help the customers to identify the product easily.

FAQs:

Q: What is the purpose of adding an item to the catalog on Bitsila?

A: Adding an item to the catalog is essential for keeping track of all the products that are being sold on the platform.

Q: What methods can be used to add an item to the catalog on Bitsila?

A: You can add items to the catalog on Bitsila using three methods: Express Create, Master Catalog, and Clone.

Q: What is the difference between Express Create and Master Catalog methods?

A: Express Create method is used to add an item easily by filling in the necessary details, while the Master Catalog method is used to add an item from the already existing products.

Q: How can I use the Clone method to add an item to the catalog?

A: The Clone method is used to copy an item's data and make necessary changes if needed to create a new item.

Q: What details are required to add an item to the catalog using the Express Create method?

A: To add an item using Express Create, you need to enter details such as item name, select category, group, sub-group, item type, unit, UOM, price, tax percent, and relevant images.

Q: What details are required to add an item to the catalog using the Master Catalog method?

A: To add an item using the Master Catalog method, you need to select the top level and brand, click on the "Add Items" tab, select the items to be added and click on "Create".

Q: Can I make changes to the item data while using the Clone method to add an item to the catalog?

A: Yes, the Clone method allows you to copy an item's data and make necessary changes wherever required to create a new item.