🧾 Product Types in Botoscope: Which One to Choose?

When adding or editing a product in Botoscope, you can select the appropriate product type. Choosing the right type ensures a smooth shopping experience and accurate catalog behavior.

Below is a list of available types with explanations on when to use each one.

🛍️ Simple

What it is:
A standard product without variations. Can be added to the cart directly.

Examples:
T-shirt (one size), book, pen.

Use when:
The product has no options (like size or color).

🌐 Virtual

What it is:
A non-physical product or service that doesn’t require shipping.

Examples:
Online consultation, service setup, subscription.

Use when:
The product does not need to be delivered.

📥 Downloadable

What it is:
A digital file that the customer can download after purchase.

Examples:
PDF book, MP3 music, video file, license key.

Use when:
The customer should receive a downloadable file after payment.

📡 Media Casting

What it is:
Audio or video content that is streamed directly in Telegram (not downloaded).

Examples:
Audio training, podcast, video course.

Use when:
You sell content meant to be streamed or previewed inside the bot.

🔗 External

What it is:
A product that is actually sold on another platform or marketplace.

Examples:
Affiliate products from Amazon, Wildberries, Ozon, etc.

Use when:
The customer should follow a link to buy the item elsewhere.

🧳 Grouped

What it is:
A collection of related products displayed together, but purchased separately.

Examples:
A combo of t-shirt, cap, and pants — each item chosen independently.

Use when:
You want to display and sell a set of products as one product.

🎛️ Variable

What it is:
A product with multiple variations (sizes, colors, styles, etc.).

Examples:
Sneakers in different sizes, tea with multiple flavors.

Use when:
The product has options and each variation may have its own price.

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