Enumeration: OptionSetType

Defines the source type for options in LINKED mode.

In linked mode, option blocks can use either predefined option collections or specific option sets. This enum determines which approach is used.

The choice between these types affects how options are organized and maintained across the product catalog, with implications for consistency and maintenance.

Enumeration Members

MATERIAL_COLLECTION

MATERIAL_COLLECTION: "MATERIAL_COLLECTION"

Option sets collection. Each collection may consist of multiple option sets. This type allows reusing predefined collections across multiple products.

MATERIAL_COLLECTION is particularly useful for organizing related materials that naturally go together, such as coordinated fabric collections or finish options from the same vendor. When the collection is updated with new options, all products using that collection will automatically have access to the new options.

Example: A furniture manufacturer might create a "Premium Fabrics 2023" collection containing all the fabric options available that season, and apply it to multiple upholstered products.

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OPTION_SET

OPTION_SET: "OPTION_SET"

Option sets. In this case user specifies option sets "manually". This provides more flexibility for product-specific option sets.

OPTION_SET allows for more granular control, letting product administrators select specific option sets rather than entire collections. This is useful when different products need different combinations of options, or when options don't naturally group into collections.

Example: A chair might need specific option sets for "Frame Color", "Arm Style", and "Base Type" that wouldn't make sense as a unified collection applied to other products.