R - How to Create and Organize Collections Effectively
Learn step-by-step how to create collections, set positions, and organize your items efficiently. This guide covers creating sub-collections, adding notes, and managing display options for better organization.
By Brent del rosario
In this guide, we'll learn how to:
Create collections.
Manage display order, status, and positions for each collection.
Keep your collections organized.
Handle situations where a sub-collection does not appear in your dropdown and how to add it manually.
Creating Collections:
Collections should always be created before adding any looks.
Collections: A curated group of looks united by a specific theme, concept or story. These should feature a range of coordinated pieces.
You first need to create Collections in the Deals Page. Click on Collections on the top section header.
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Click on Create Collection button
A Create New Collection window will pop up
Sub-collections: Sub-collections are defined by: Color, Name of the Space, Caterogies, etc.
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Click on "Subcollection" and select an option from the drop-down menu.
Positions: The defined role you need to outfit.
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Click on "Position" and select an option from the drop-down menu.
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Click the Create Button
Adding notes is optional.
When the drop down menu doesn't show what you need: leave it blank and Click Create. You will be able to add it next.
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Subcollection and Position are left empty. Create.
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A generic collection name will be created. Click on it to rename.
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A new page will Pop-up with the information needed to edit. Click on Subcollection.
Note: Do not change "Field Name"
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Type the new Subcollection Name and hit Create.
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Repeat steps process when adding a new Position
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Click: Back to Deals
You now have created your Collections!
Managing Collections:
Display Numbers inform the Book Designer the Order for the Collections in the book. Make sure this is filled.
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Fill in a Display Number from the drop-down menu.
Understanding the Collection Status:
Status Filter: You can select or deselect the status you want to view.
Active Status: The collection is visible
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To change a collection status click on the current status.
A new window will Pop-up
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Pick an option from the Drop-down menu.
A Dropped Status will drop the Looks inside collection.
A Dropped Status will Drop all looks and hide the Collection from the Decks Page.
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Select: Dropped
A Dropped Collection will still be visible within the Deals and Collections Page. It will be empty - all looks dropped.