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Prestashop Step by step - categories

This Prestashop addon is an alternative for standard block categories module. It's a Ajax Dropdown Categories. Our feature displays special block with categories tree in selection boxes. Fully ajax technique and high user usability is the main feature of this addon which improves your shop front-office

Shop version 9.x, 8.x, 1.7.x, 1.6.x, 1.5.x, 1.4.x PrestaShop 8.x & 9.x support Yes :-)
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Module version 1.8.9
Works with ThirtyBees Yes
  • Trusted developer of module Step by step - categories
  • Support to the module Step by step - categories
  • Free updates of the module Step by step - categories
  • Open source - you can edit module code Step by step - categories
  • Module Step by step - categories works with PrestaShop 1.7
  • Module Step by step - categories works with PrestaShop 1.6
  • Module Step by step - categories works with PrestaShop 1.5
  • Module Step by step - categories works with PrestaShop 1.5
  • Module Step by step - categories works with PrestaShop 8.0

More info: Prestashop Step by step - categories

As we said this module improves your shop Front - Office. With this module you can create a new category block exactly there where you want. Module supports three most important hooks - right column, left column and top section of your shop. But you can of course put it anywhere you want.

 

Step by step module prestashop filter categories

 

 

Main features of Step By Step categories tree filter module

Module allows to create unlimited number of blocks with categories

Each block can have different configuration and display different categories

Module creates a special block with categories tree filter

Module gives an ability for your customers to fast and reliable browse the categories tree

Module uses AJAX technique which mean that our addon loads categories tree without page refresh!

Possibility to display list of products as a dropdown selection box

 

Module specification

  • Module allows you to select root category
  • Module allows you do define sort method
  • - you can sort categories by ID
  • - you can sort categories by NAME
  • - you can sort categories by POSITION (defined in shop back office)
  • Module allows you to define sort way
  • - you can sort categories with iD or name ASCENDING or DESCENDING
  • Module allows you to setup the category tree depth
  • Module allows you to select place where you want to display categories block
  • Module allows you to display Products counter near each category in dropdown selectboxes
  • You can define where you want to display dropdown label
  • You can display label inside selectbox
  • You can display label outside selectbox
  • You can define multilanguage labels
  • You can display submit button after last select boxes
  • You can display submit button after each select field (with show/hide feature)
  • You can display list of products (once last category will be selected)
  • You can automatically submit last selected category (user will be redirected to this category automatically)|
  • You can display module in one from available positions:
  • You can select home hook
  • you can select displaySearch hook
  • You can select left column
  • You can select right column
  • You can select displayTopColumn
  • You can select top section of your shop (and select the way of how it will appear: as a block, or as a wide bar with  list)
  • You can also input categories block exactly there, where you want
  • You can personalize module by editing CSS styles - it's very simple and useful
  • You can define different title for each block with categories
  • You can enable option to display list of products inside ajax dropdown selection box
  • You can remove selected categories from dropdown boxes
  • You can turn on option to search inside dropdown boxes

 

Global settings of the module 

  • Possibility to turn on / off option to "remember" selected fields (reset search form feature)

Usage examples of module: Prestashop Step by step - categories

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Step by step - categories Changelog - informations about updates

Version 1.8.9

  • Full Compatibility with PrestaShop 9: This version introduces complete compatibility with the latest PrestaShop 9.x branch. The module has been thoroughly tested and updated to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance, allowing you to leverage the newest features, security enhancements, and architectural improvements of the PrestaShop platform.
  • Expanded Language Support: We have significantly broadened our international reach by adding a comprehensive set of new translations. The module is now fully localized for a global audience, with support for the following languages: English, Polish (Polski), Spanish (Español), Italian (Italiano), French (Français), Czech (Čeština), German (Deutsch), Danish (Dansk), Finnish (Suomi), Greek (Ελληνικά), Bulgarian (Български), Lithuanian (Lietuvių), Latvian (Latviešu), Estonian (Eesti), Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia), Hungarian (Magyar), Hindi (हिन्दी), Croatian (Hrvatski), Icelandic (Íslenska), Japanese (日本語), Dutch (Nederlands), Norwegian (Norsk), Portuguese (Português), Romanian (Română), Serbian (Српски), Russian (Русский), Swedish (Svenska), Slovenian (Slovenščina), Slovak (Slovenčina), Ukrainian (Українська), and Chinese (中文).

Version 1.8.8

  • Enhanced PHP 8.1 Compatibility: This update focuses on improving the module's performance and stability on modern servers running PHP 8.1. We have refactored the codebase to eliminate deprecated variable notifications and warnings, ensuring a cleaner, error-free experience and guaranteeing long-term compatibility with the latest server environments.

Version 1.8.7

  • PrestaShop 8.1.x Optimization: We have introduced specific enhancements to ensure the module operates flawlessly with PrestaShop versions 8.1 and higher. These improvements address minor compatibility issues and optimize the module's code to align perfectly with the architecture and core functionalities of the latest PrestaShop releases.

Version 1.8.6

  • Advanced SQL Security Hardening: This release introduces significant security improvements by reinforcing all SQL queries against potential vulnerabilities. We have implemented stricter data sanitization and prepared statements to protect your store's database from SQL injection attacks, ensuring the integrity and safety of your data.

Version 1.8.5

  • Full PrestaShop 8.x Compatibility: The module's codebase has been updated to ensure full and stable compatibility with the PrestaShop 8.x series. This includes adapting to the new Symfony framework components and updated core libraries, providing a smooth and reliable user experience on the latest platform version.

Version 1.8.4

  • Back Office UI Fixes: We have resolved several display issues related to the module's configuration blocks within the shop's back office. This ensures a more consistent and user-friendly administrative experience, with all interface elements rendering correctly across different sections.

Version 1.8.3

  • New Feature: Category Targeting: You can now precisely define which categories the filter block will appear in. This powerful new feature gives you granular control over the filter's visibility, allowing you to tailor the user experience on a per-category basis.
  • Important Update Note: To enable the new functionalities, this version requires a module reinstallation. Please uninstall and then install the module again. All your previous settings and configurations will be automatically preserved.

Version 1.8.2

  • Added Support for 'displaySearch' Hook: The module now integrates with the `displaySearch` hook in PrestaShop 1.7.x. This allows you to display the category filter directly on search results pages, enhancing navigation and helping customers refine their searches more effectively.

Version 1.8.1

  • Improved Multi-store Environment Support: We have significantly enhanced the module's functionality in a multi-store setup. This update ensures that configurations are correctly managed and applied on a per-shop basis, providing consistent and reliable behavior across all your storefronts.
  • Important Update Note: To correctly apply the new multi-store architecture, this version requires a module reinstallation. Your existing settings will be safely retained through the process.

Version 1.8.0

  • New Feature: Automatic Update Notifications: The module can now automatically check for new versions and notify you directly in your back office. This ensures you can easily keep the module up-to-date with the latest features, bug fixes, and security improvements.
  • Enhanced Installation Process: We have modernized the module's installation routine by implementing a more robust and reliable installation function. This leads to a smoother setup process and better compatibility with PrestaShop's core system.

Version 1.7.9

  • Optimized Asset Loading: The loading process for the module's JavaScript (.js) and CSS (.css) files has been improved. By moving the script execution to the header hook, we ensure faster page rendering and better overall front-end performance, contributing to an improved user experience and SEO score.

Version 1.7.8

  • Refined 'Reset' Functionality: The feature that resets unselected dropdowns has been improved for more intuitive behavior, providing a smoother user experience when customers change their filter selections.
  • Dynamic Top Section Visibility: The top section of the filter block is now dynamically controlled. It will no longer be displayed if there are no active dropdowns to show, resulting in a cleaner and more streamlined interface.

Version 1.7.7

  • Improved URL Generation for SEO: We have enhanced the link-building mechanism for category pages. The module now correctly generates proper URLs when used in conjunction with third-party "pretty clean URLs" modules, ensuring full SEO compatibility and preserving your clean URL structure.

Version 1.7.6

  • Fix for JavaScript Minification Conflict: This update resolves a conflict that occurred in PrestaShop 1.7 when the "Minify JavaScript" performance option was enabled. The module's scripts now work perfectly with PrestaShop's built-in optimization tools.

Version 1.7.5

  • New Sorting Method: Sort by Position: A new sorting option has been added, allowing you to arrange categories within the dropdowns based on their position as configured in the PrestaShop back office (Catalog > Categories).
  • Official PrestaShop 1.7 Support: This version marks the official introduction of full support for the PrestaShop 1.7 platform. The module is now fully compatible with the new architecture and themes of PrestaShop 1.7.

Version 1.7.4

  • Safari Browser Compatibility Fix: An issue with the "search inside dropdown" feature that specifically affected the Safari web browser has been resolved. The search functionality now works smoothly and reliably across all major browsers.

Version 1.7.3

  • Completed Localizations: We have added missing translation phrases for the Polish and Spanish languages, ensuring a fully localized and user-friendly experience for users in those regions.

Version 1.7.2

  • Bug Fix for Category Exclusion: A bug was fixed where excluded categories were not being correctly removed from the first dropdown in the filter sequence. The exclusion feature now works reliably for all dropdown levels.
  • New Feature: Search Within Dropdowns: A powerful search bar can now be enabled inside each dropdown, allowing customers to quickly find a specific category by typing its name. This feature greatly improves usability for stores with extensive category trees.
  • Configurable Search Libraries: You have full control over the new search feature. It can be enabled or disabled for specific filter blocks, and you can prevent the associated JavaScript libraries from loading if the feature is not in use, optimizing page speed.

Version 1.7.1

  • New Feature: Category Exclusion: This version introduces a new feature that allows you to exclude specific categories from appearing in the filter's dropdown boxes, giving you more control over the navigation options presented to your customers.

Version 1.6.9.2

  • Improved Category Selection Memory: The "remember selection" feature has been enhanced to provide better session persistence. The module now more effectively remembers the user's path through the category tree, creating a more seamless browsing experience.

Version 1.6.9.1

  • Auto-Submit Feature Fix: A minor bug affecting the reliability of the auto-submit feature has been addressed, ensuring that the form submits correctly after a final category selection is made.

Version 1.6.9

  • New Feature: Automatic Form Submission: We have added the option to automatically redirect the customer to their chosen category page as soon as they select the last available category in the navigation tree, streamlining the product discovery process.

Version 1.6.8

  • New Feature: Product Listing in Dropdown: Once a customer navigates to the final category in a tree, the module can now display a dropdown list of all products within that category, allowing for direct product selection from the filter itself.

Version 1.6.7

  • Language Switcher Display Fix: An aesthetic bug that caused a display conflict between the module's dropdowns and the store's language switcher has been resolved. Both elements now render correctly without overlapping.

Version 1.6.6

  • Initiated Detailed Changelog: We have started formally logging all changes, improvements, and new features for each module version to provide better transparency and documentation for our users.
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