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Merch Product Flow

Overview​

This document outlines the steps to create a merchandise product in EzyCreate from start to finish. It includes definitions of key terminologies, preconditions, and a detailed, step-by-step process.

Key Terminologies​

  • Product Blank: A foundational base item (e.g., mug, t-shirt) that includes only basic definitions such as dimensions and type. It does not include pricing, eCommerce configurations, templates, or designs.

    • Example: A standard 11oz mug with no associated template or sales info.

  • Product: A market-ready version that includes all attributes necessary for selling, including pricing, eCommerce metadata, and at least one design template.

  • Product Types:

    • Customizable Product: End users can personalize this using the design tool (e.g., add images, text).
    • Merchandise Product: Pre-designed product (e.g., branded merch) that may or may not allow image uploads.

  • Template: A design layout applied to a product blank.

  • Template Group: A collection of templates with similar designs, used to organize variants.

  • Variant: A version of the product that varies by design, size, color, etc., within the same template group.

  • SKU (Stock Keeping Unit): A unique identifier for each variant.

  • Merch Album: A group of pre-uploaded images used in product customization.

3. Preconditions​

  • The user is logged into the EzyAdmin.
  • The user has appropriate permissions to create/manage products.
  • At least one product blank and one published template must be available.

How to Create a Merchandise Product

Step 1: Navigate to Product Creation

  • Log in to EzyAdmin.
  • In the left sidebar, go to Products → My Products.
  • Click + Create new product.

Step 2: Select a Product Blank

  • Under Step 1 - Product Blank, click Select product blank.
  • Choose a base item (e.g., Standard Mug).
  • Preview the selected product blank (name, ID, size, description).
  • Click Next.

Step 3: Choose Product Type

  • In the Product Type tab, select:
  • Merch product
  • Click Next.

Step 4: Select Template

  • Click Select a template.
  • Choose a template design.
  • Note: If your template does not appear, ensure it is published.

  • Click Next.

Step 5: Add Product Variants

  • In the Product Variants tab:Click + Add variants.
  • Only designs from the same template group can be added.

  • Use the "Set default" option to mark one variant as the default.
  • Use the trash icon to remove a variant.

Important:

All variants must be visually unique.

All variants must belong to the same template group.

One variant must be marked as default.

Click Next.

Step 6: Enter Product Details

  • Select the product language (e.g., English).
  • Fill in:

Product Name

Description 

Specifications (materials, dimensions, etc.)

Tags (used for filtering and search)

  • Click Next.

Step 7: Manage Albums & Upload Settings

  • Click Select albums to associate image collections. (You can also manage merch albums from Creative asset → merch albums)

  • Remove any undesired albums.
  • Optionally enable "Allow users to upload photos while customizing".

  • Click Next.

Step 8: Set Product Prices

  • All added variants will be shown with editable: SKU & Price
  • Click the Edit icon for each to update pricing.

  • Click Save after updating each entry.
  • Click Next.

Step 9: Upload Mockup Images

  • Upload visual previews/mockups.
  • Ensure the mockups visually represent the template accurately.
  • Click Next.

Step 10: Final Preview and Save

  • Review all information:
  • Product details
  • Variants
  • Pricing
  • Albums
  • Mockups

If everything is correct, click Save.

Need Help?​

If you're stuck, don’t worry — just email us at support@ezycreate.com