Filters
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Let's optimize the filter experience on your category page, especially for stores with a large product inventory.
User-Friendly and Mobile-Optimized Filters: Ensure easy-to-understand and useful filters, especially catering to mobile users. This is crucial for stores with a large number of products.
Prominent Placement of Filters: Make filters prominent, especially if your users are likely to use them. Their visibility should align with user behavior.
Top Placement for Popular Filters: Prioritize the most popular filters by showcasing them at the top. This makes it convenient for users looking for common filtering options.
Relevance in Filter Display: Show only relevant filters for each category. For example, display screen size filters for the "Monitors" category.
Clear Visibility of Applied Filters: Ensure that applied filters are visible, especially on mobile. Users should easily see which filters are active, and how many are applied, and have the option to remove them effortlessly.
Multi-Filter Selection Capability: This allows users to select multiple filters simultaneously, enhancing their ability to refine their search precisely.
Consistent Filter Positioning: Position filters in a standard location, either on the left or on top below the category name. Consistency ensures a predictable user experience.
Real-Time Auto-Updates: Implement real-time auto-updates (ajax) on the category page when a filter is selected. Users should see instant changes based on their filter selections.
Sticky and Accessible Filters: Keep product filters sticky for easy access. Users should be able to access and adjust filters conveniently at any given moment during their browsing.
Utilize Relevant Selectors: Employ relevant selectors for different types of filters. For instance, use color swatches instead of textual descriptions like "blue." Implement a price range slider allowing users to type in specific minimum and maximum prices rather than choosing from pre-made lists.
By incorporating these features, your category page will offer a seamless and efficient filtering experience, especially for users navigating through a large variety of products.