To customize the When importing Assets to your catalog for the first time, users can use you have two import options:
Import
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bbject schema: This option allows you to import an entire object schema, including all object types
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available. Before
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finalizing the import,
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administrators can choose to exclude specific object types if needed, providing flexibility right from the start.
Import object types manually
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: This option lets you select individual object types from
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various schemas, allowing for a more selective approach to building your catalog.
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No matter what selected, admin can always In both cases, you can still add or remove new object types from different schemas or add child categories as needed to further customize the catalog. This flexibility ensures a tailored setup that meets your specific requirements. |
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Import object Schema
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When you import the complete object schema, it
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won't automatically update or populate with new object types
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added later. Manual intervention or additional configuration may be required to incorporate these new additions.
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However, products within the synced object types
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will update automatically.
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After Once the object schema has been is selected, the Assets tree will be fetched and displayed. Here you have This provides an overview of all the object types that will act as categories inside the shop. Also, from From this screen, you can also select or deselect any object types /or categories you do not wish to have don’t want to include in the shop.
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Import object types manually
In case only If you need to add just one object type needs to be added to the catalog without importing a an entire object schema, or if you want to create a catalog with object types from different schemas, you should use this option.
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Object schema* → : Select an object schema from which the object types will be filtered.
Object type* → : Select an object type to import as a catalog category.
AQL filter→ : Optional AQL filter to further narrow down the asset selection.
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It is a dynamic feature and can be used for improving the admin use experience. For example, show products if the In Stock attribute bigger or equal 1. |
Default attributes
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Name* → When configuring a catalog in a portal view, the 'Name' attribute is required. It is mandatory to define the 'Name' for each catalog. Without it, you cannot proceed further in the setup process.
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Short Description → While the 'Short Description' is optional, it's beneficial for users. It provides a quick insight into the product without delving into the detailed view. When users hover over a product, the short description pops up, offering a glimpse of the product's highlights.
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