Creating bundled products in Magento allows you to offer a customizable collection of products where customers can choose from various options within the bundle. This is useful for offering product kits, packages, or customizable sets.
Steps to Create Bundled Products
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Log in to the Magento Admin Panel:
- Open your web browser and navigate to the URL of your Magento admin panel.
- Enter your admin username and password, then click on "Sign in."
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Navigate to the Products Section:
- In the left sidebar, go to Catalog > Products.
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Add a New Product:
- Click on the Add Product button at the top right corner.
- Select Bundle Product from the dropdown menu.
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Configure the Basic Product Details:
- Product Name: Enter the name of the bundled product.
- SKU: Enter a unique SKU for the bundled product.
- Price: Select whether to set a fixed price for the bundle or dynamic pricing based on the selections.
- Dynamic Pricing: The price is based on the selected options.
- Fixed Pricing: Enter a fixed price for the entire bundle.
- Quantity: You do not need to enter a quantity for the bundled product itself.
- Visibility: Set to "Catalog, Search" to make the product visible on your store.
- Tax Class: Select the appropriate tax class.
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Configure Bundle Items:
- Scroll down to the Bundle Items section and click on Add Option to start configuring the bundle options.
- Option Title: Enter a title for the option (e.g., "Choose a Desk").
- Input Type: Select the input type for the option (e.g., Drop-down, Radio Buttons, Checkbox, Multiple Select).
- Required: Choose whether the option is required.
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Add Products to the Option:
- Click on Add Selection to choose the products that will be part of this option.
- A popup window will appear, displaying a list of your existing products. Select the products you want to include in this option by checking the boxes next to them.
- Click on Add Selected Products to add them to the option.
- Set the default quantity for each selection and any additional price adjustments if needed.
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Repeat for Additional Options:
- Add more options as needed by repeating the previous steps (e.g., "Choose a Chair," "Choose a Lamp").
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Complete the Bundled Product:
- Add any additional information in the Product Details section, such as description, meta information, etc.
- Configure advanced settings like weight, dimensions, etc., if needed.
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Save the Bundled Product:
- Once all details are entered, click the Save button at the top right corner.
Example Configuration for a Bundled Product
Let's say you want to create a bundled product for a "Home Office Bundle" that includes options for a desk, chair, and lamp.
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Basic Details:
- Product Name: Home Office Bundle
- SKU: home-office-bundle
- Price: Dynamic Pricing
- Visibility: Catalog, Search
- Tax Class: Taxable Goods
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Bundle Items:
- Option 1:
- Option Title: Choose a Desk
- Input Type: Drop-down
- Required: Yes
- Add Products: Desk 1 (SKU: desk-01), Desk 2 (SKU: desk-02)
- Option 2:
- Option Title: Choose a Chair
- Input Type: Drop-down
- Required: Yes
- Add Products: Chair 1 (SKU: chair-01), Chair 2 (SKU: chair-02)
- Option 3:
- Option Title: Choose a Lamp
- Input Type: Drop-down
- Required: No
- Add Products: Lamp 1 (SKU: lamp-01), Lamp 2 (SKU: lamp-02)
- Option 1:
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Additional Information:
- Description: A customizable home office bundle that includes options for desks, chairs, and lamps.
- Meta Title: Home Office Bundle
- Meta Keywords: home office, desk, chair, lamp, bundle
- Meta Description: A customizable home office bundle that includes options for desks, chairs, and lamps.
By following these steps, you can create a bundled product in Magento, offering a customizable product package to your customers. This setup enhances the shopping experience by allowing customers to personalize their purchase according to their preferences.