How to Post Products in WooCommerce
Video Tutorial
Watch the tutorial video below:
1. Add a New Product
- Go to Products → Add New.
- Enter the Product name and main description.
- Choose a product category and add tags if needed.
2. Product Data Settings
In the Product data meta box, choose the type:
- Simple product: a single product without variations.
- Variable product: a product with variations (color/size).
- Grouped product: a group of multiple simple products.
- External/Affiliate product: a product sold on another site (outbound link).
Pricing and Inventory
- Regular price and Sale price (optional, can be scheduled).
- SKU (unique code), Manage stock, Quantity, and stock status.
Shipping
- Weight and Dimensions for shipping cost calculation.
- Shipping class if using different shipping policies.
Linked Products
- Upsells and Cross‑sells to increase sales.
Advanced
- Purchase note and Menu order.
3. Variations (for Variable Products)
- Open the Attributes tab, add attributes (e.g., Color, Size), check “Used for variations”.
- Open the Variations tab, create variations from the added attributes.
- Set price, stock, and image for each variation.
4. Short Description and Media
- Fill in the Product short description near the Add to cart button.
- Set the Product image (main image) and Product gallery (additional images).
5. Publish
- Review the data and preview the product.
- Click Publish.
- Verify the product display on the Shop page and product details.
