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How to Add Your First Product

This article talks about adding your first product to the tela app

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Written by Jums

Overview

Products are what customers see and purchase in your store. Proper product setup improves conversions and reduces customer confusion.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Go to Products

From your dashboard, click on BI screen then click on Products.

Step 2: Click “Add Categories”

Click on the plus sign, then click on add category

Click on save category

Every product has a category to group them for example, you want to upload Tilapia fish, the category would be be Fish. same thing for all other products.

Step 3: Click “Add Product”

Now you will add product to the category earlier created.

From the dropdown,

  • pick the category you want to add a product to

  • Add product name

  • Add product image (optional) but its important

Step 4: Click “Add Stock”

From the dropdown, select the product you want to add stock to

You will need to provide:

  • Measurement

  • Selling Price

  • Cost Price

  • Available Quantity

  • Expiring Date

  • VAT %

  • Item low on stock threshold

Click Add Stock to publish.

Your product will immediately appear in your storefront.

Writing a Good Product Description

A strong description should:

  • Explain what the product is

  • Highlight key features

  • Mention size, color, or specifications

  • State what makes it valuable

Upload a very good Image

Upload clear, well-lit images.

Tips:

  • Use plain background

  • Show multiple angles

  • Avoid blurry photos

Managing Product Availability

If a product is out of stock, update the quantity by adding more stock to prevent overselling.

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