Creating categories in EasyStore allows you to organize and structure your products, making it easier for customers to navigate and find the items they're looking for. Categories help you maintain a well-organized online store.

Adding a New Category

To create a new category, go to the Joomla backend Dashboard > Components > EasyStore > Categories and click on + New. 

• Title: Enter a title for the new category. This is the name that will be displayed to customers on your store's frontend.
• Alias: By default, the alias is automatically generated from the title. The alias is a URL-friendly version of the category name that is used in the URL when accessing the category page.

Category Description

Provide a description for the category. This description can help customers understand what types of products are included in this category.

Category Status and Hierarchy

Status: Choose the publication status of the category. Select "Published" to make the category visible on your store or choose other options if necessary.

Parent Category: If this category is a subcategory or belongs to a larger category, you can select the parent category from the dropdown list. This helps establish the hierarchical structure of your categories.

Category Image

Category Image: Upload an image that represents the category visually. This image could be a thumbnail or icon that provides a visual cue to customers about the category's content.

After entering the required category details, click the "Save" or "Save & Close" button to add the new category to your store. This category will now be available for assigning to products.