To add WooCommerce products on the SayPro website, follow these steps:
Step 1: Log in to the WordPress Dashboard
- Go to your SayPro website’s WordPress admin panel.
- Enter your admin username and password.
Step 2: Navigate to WooCommerce Products
- In the WordPress dashboard, hover over Products in the left-hand menu.
- Click on Add New.
Step 3: Add Product Information
- Product Name:
- Enter the name of the product in the Product Name field.
- Product Description:
- Write a detailed description of the product in the Product Description editor box. Use this space to highlight features, benefits, and specifications.
Step 4: Configure Product Data
Under the Product Data panel, select the type of product (e.g., Simple Product, Variable Product):
- Simple Product: For standalone items without variations (e.g., size or color).
- Add the Price under the “General” tab.
- If there’s a sale, enter the Sale Price and schedule it if needed.
- Variable Product: For items with variations (e.g., different sizes or colors).
- Go to the Attributes tab to define attributes (e.g., Size, Color).
- Enable “Used for Variations.”
- Switch to the Variations tab to create and set pricing for each variation.
- Inventory:
- Set the SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) if needed.
- Manage stock levels by enabling the “Manage Stock” option and entering the quantity.
- Shipping:
- Enter the product’s weight and dimensions.
- Choose a shipping class if applicable.
Step 5: Add Product Short Description
- Scroll down to the Product Short Description box.
- Add a concise summary of the product to display next to the product image.
Step 6: Upload Product Images
- Product Image:
- Click Set Product Image on the right-hand sidebar.
- Upload or select an image from the media library.
- Product Gallery:
- Add multiple images to the product gallery by clicking Add Product Gallery Images.
Step 7: Categorize the Product
- In the Product Categories box on the right-hand sidebar, select or create the appropriate category for the product.
- Example: SayPro Books, Training Materials, Medical Supplies, etc.
Step 8: Add Tags
- Use relevant Product Tags to improve searchability.
- Example: “Training,” “Educational Resources,” “Healthcare.”
Step 9: Publish the Product
- Once you’ve added all details, click the Publish button on the right-hand side to make the product live.
Optional Steps
- SEO Optimization: Use an SEO plugin like Yoast or RankMath to optimize the product for search engines.
- Preview the Product: Click Preview to see how it will appear on your website.
Let me know if you need more details or assistance with any step!