How to add a new category

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How to add a new category

Printed from: https://cartley.com/en/help/article/add-category

Prerequisites

  • Access to the MNASATI admin dashboard
  • Admin privileges to manage categories

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Navigate to Categories Management

  1. Log into your Cartley dashboard
  2. From the left sidebar menu, click on Categories
  3. Select Categories from the submenu (if not already selected)
  4. You'll see the "Manage Categories" page with existing categories listed


 

Step 2: Initiate New Category Creation

  1. On the Manage Categories page, click the "Add new category" button (blue button in the top right)
  2. This will open the "Add new category" form

Step 3: Fill in Category Details

Basic Information

  1. Name: Enter the category name in English
  2. Arabic name: Enter the category name in Arabic
  3. Description: Add a detailed description of the category

Step 4: Upload Category Image

  1. Click "Select Photo" button
  2. Upload an image file (JPG /JPEG format recommended)
  3. Recommended dimensions: 500px × 350px for optimal display

Step 5: Configure Category Settings

  1. Discount (%): Set a default discount percentage for this category (leave it empty  if no discount)

·       Sort: Enter a number to determine the display order of this category(lower numbers appear first)

  1. Status: Toggle the switch to enable/disable the category
    • Red (Off): Category is disabled
    • Green (On): Category is active and visible

Step 6: Save the Category

  1. Review all entered information
  2. Click the "Save" button (blue button at bottom right)
  3. The system will create the category and redirect you back to the categories list


Post-Creation

  • Your new category will appear in the categories list with a unique ID
  • You can edit, delete, or manage products within this category
  • The category status can be toggled on/off as needed
  • You can view the total number of products assigned to this category

Tips

  • Use clear, descriptive names for better user experience
  • Ensure Arabic translations are accurate for bilingual support
  • Choose appropriate sort numbers to organize category display order
  • Upload high-quality images that represent the category well

Troubleshooting

  • If the image you choose  isn’t  uploading , check file size and format
  • If no image  is uploaded ,the default image will appear
  • Category not appearing: ensure the status is set to active (green) or either ensure it has products and not empty.
  • Ensure all required fields are completed before saving

Video Guide

If you need additional help, the video below walks you through the process.