Categories and units

Open Settings → Categories & units to see the category tree for your shop type, add subcategories, and request a new category when the list does not have what you need.

What you see

• Live categories — already approved for your shop type.
• Subcategories — you can add these yourself under an existing category.
• Pending requests — categories you asked for that are still waiting for review.

Request a new category

Use this when your product type is missing from the list (for example a new segment for your shop type).

1. Open Settings → Categories & units.
2. Tap Add category (or similar).
3. Enter the category name and optional short description.
4. Submit.

What happens next

1. Your request is saved with status Pending.
2. The LocalShopWala team gets a notice.
3. The team reviews your request.
4. If approved, the category is created for your shop type (with a default subcategory). Open that category in the list to see the subcategory. You can then assign products to it.
5. If rejected, you see the reason in your pending list.

You cannot use a pending category on products until it is approved.

Add a subcategory (no review needed)

1. Expand a live category.
2. Tap Add subcategory.
3. Enter the name and save.

Subcategories under an approved category do not need review.

Tips

• Pick a clear, short category name — spelling may be fixed when approved.
• Do not submit the same name twice while one request is still pending.
• If a category already exists for your shop type, use it instead of requesting again.

Related

• Online Store settings — go live, delivery, order mode
• Add a product — assign category after approval