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Tab 10: Parameters & Specifications Studio

Basic: Max 5 Parameters per Product Standard: Unlimited Parameters Pro: Unlimited + Faceted Filter Ultimate: Faceted Filter & Groups

The Parameters & Specs Studio Pro tab (#parameters) configures structured technical specifications (e.g. Processor, Screen Size, Bluetooth Version, Battery Life, Dimensions). Beyond displaying clean spec sheets, these attributes power the store's high-speed Faceted Catalog Filter.

1. Overview​

From the Parameters & Specs Studio tab, store administrators configure:

  • Technical Attribute Assignment: Assign attributes from global parameter libraries to specific products.
  • Group Categorization: Organize attributes into logical specification groups (e.g., Display, Hardware & Performance, Connectivity & Ports, Dimensions & Weight).
  • Measurement Units: Standardize units (e.g., GHz, GB, cm, kg, W, mAh).
  • Faceted Catalog Filtering: Attributes marked as filterable automatically become interactive filter chips in the storefront catalog sidebar.
  • Edition Capacities:
    • Basic Starter: Max 5 parameters per product (10 global parameters, no faceted filter) .
    • Standard Commercial: Unlimited parameters per product & global library (no faceted filter) .
    • Pro Commercial: Unlimited parameters + high-speed Faceted Specs Filter .
    • Ultimate Enterprise: Unlimited parameters + Faceted Filter + Advanced Grouping .

2. Before You Start​

  • Global Attribute Setup: Define global attribute definitions and groups in Components ➔ FlexExt Store ➔ Parameters & Specifications.
  • Data Consistency: Use uniform formatting (e.g. 16 GB rather than mixing 16GB and 16 Gigabytes) to ensure clean grouping in faceted filter chips.

3. Where to Find It​

  1. Open the Product Editor (index.php?option=com_flexext_store&view=product&layout=edit&id=1).
  2. Click the tenth tab in the navigation bar: Parameters & Specs Studio Pro (#parameters-tab).
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Figure 3: Parameters & Specifications Studio matrix with group assignments and assigned values.
Interface Guide & Numbered Badges
  • Badge 1 — Parameters & Specs Studio Pro Tab: Activates the structured technical specifications workspace within the product editor.
  • Badge 2 — + Assign Parameter Action: Adds a new parameter attribute row under the selected specification group.
  • Badge 3 — Parameters Matrix & Attribute Rows: Displays assigned attributes, measurement units, values, and filterable toggles.

4. Step-by-Step Configuration​

1

Opening the Specifications Tab (Badge 1)

Click the Parameters & Specs Studio Pro tab (#parameters-tab) in the product editor navigation bar. You should see: The parameter matrix table displays all currently assigned attributes grouped by category.

2

Assigning Parameters from Global Library (Badge 2)

Click the + Assign Parameter button (button[onclick*='flxAddProductParameterRow']). Select a parameter group (e.g., Hardware) and choose the parameter attribute (e.g., RAM Memory). You should see: A new row is added to that group container in the matrix table.

3

Entering Values and Measurement Units (Badge 3)

Enter the value for this specific product (e.g., 16) directly in the parameter row. If the parameter definition specifies a unit (e.g., GB), it displays automatically. You should see: The value formats according to the parameter type (Text, Number, Dropdown, or Range).

4

Verifying Filterable Status and Saving

Verify that the Filterable badge is active, then click Save in the top action bar. You should see: The attribute is now live in the product's Technical Specifications tab and indexed for faceted catalog search.

5. Field Reference​

FieldDescriptionDefaultNotes & LimitsEdition
Parameter GroupLogical grouping containerRequirede.g. "Hardware", "Display"Basic
Parameter NameStandardized attribute titleRequirede.g. "Screen Resolution", "RAM"Basic
Data TypeInput format (text, number, select)textGoverns filter widget renderingBasic
Measurement UnitUnit symbol appended to valueEmptye.g. "GB", "cm", "kg", "Hz"Basic
Assigned ValueValue specific to this productRequiredIndexed for faceted catalog searchBasic
Parameters LimitMax parameters per product5 in BasicUnlimited in Pro and Ultimate Basic: 5 / Pro: ∞

6. Storefront Result & Faceted Filtering​

On the storefront:

  1. Technical Specifications Tab: Renders a modern two-column specification table grouped by category with alternating zebra styling and dark-mode contrast compliance.
  2. Interactive Faceted Filter Panel: The assigned values automatically populate the storefront faceted filter sidebar widget (#flxFacetFilterWidget). Shoppers can check attributes (e.g. RAM: 16 GB) to filter products instantly via Ajax without full page refreshes.
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Figure 4: Storefront customer view: Interactive Technical Specifications tab displaying verified product attributes and instant spec search.
Interface Guide & Numbered Badges
  • Badge 1 — Specifications Tab: Activates the customer-facing technical specifications sheet on the product page.
  • Badge 2 — Specifications Search Filter: Instant live search filter allowing shoppers to look up attributes and parameters in real time.
  • Badge 3 — Verified Parameter Specifications Group: Structured card displaying verified technical attributes, values, and measurement units.

7. Tips & Best Practices​

Standardize Attribute Values for Clean Facets

Because the storefront filter groups identical attribute values into single clickable chips with product counts, consistency is critical. Always select from pre-defined parameter dropdown values or adhere to a strict capitalization standard (e.g. always Bluetooth 5.3).

Basic Edition Limit of 5 Parameters

The Basic Starter tier permits up to 5 parameters per product. If your products require in-depth technical datasheets with 10–30 attributes, upgrade to Pro Commercial or Ultimate Enterprise.

8. Troubleshooting​

SymptomProbable CauseRecommended Resolution
Cannot add more than 5 parametersActive store license is Basic StarterUpgrade to Pro Commercial or Ultimate Enterprise for unlimited parameters per product.
Parameter does not appear in storefront filter widgetParameter is marked as non-filterable or global filter plugin is unpublishedIn Components → FlexExt Store → Parameters, verify that the parameter has Filterable in Catalog enabled, and ensure plg_flexext_store_filter is published.
Parameter value shows duplicate chips in filter (e.g. "8GB" and "8 GB")Inconsistent spacing entered in product editorEdit products to use the standardized spacing format.