Product Setup (SC-Sheet)

Overview

The SC-Sheet data source is designed for products printed on loose sheets, such as Business Cards, Flyers, Bookmarks, and Documents.
This setup is ideal for sheet-based offset, digital, or inkjet printing, where prices are calculated per sheet, and finishing options like lamination or cutting can be layered in easily.

🧭  Navigating to SC-Sheet Product Creation

1. Go to your Product Dashboard.

   • Data Source Sorting [a] – Filter to view products from the same data source.

   • Assign Profit Margin [b] – Apply one profit margin setup to multiple products at once.

2. To create or manage a product, click Add Product – Start a new SC-Sheet product setup.

   • Edit [c] – Modify existing product details.

   • Duplicate [d] – Clone an existing product setup to reuse its structure.

   • Delete [e] – Remove unused or outdated products.

🧱 Create a SC-Sheet product

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Select “SC-Sheet “ as your product source.

2. Enter a unique code (up to 8 characters).

3. Input your Product Name, e.g., Business Card, Flyer, Label Sticker

4. Add a short Description to identify production type. Example: “Own Production”, “Outsource Production”

5. (Optional) Choose your Rounding Price— round price up/down to achieve integer pricing.

6. Enter a Slug Name to create a product link.

   Example: Slug “business-card” → your link will be https://lite.printmart.cc/products/business-card
   If no slug is specified, a random code will be used.

7. Upload Product Images (up to 10).

8. Fill in your Product Details and Specifications, such as product, print specs, and production days.

9. (Optional) Set a Min Order Amount.
   💡 Tip: Regardless of the print quantity or total price, there will be a minimum charge unless the calculated price exceeds the minimum order amount.
   

10. Assemble Product Components. Each product in PriceCal is built using multiple components.
    Add and organize your components under the Component Section.

    • Add Component [a]:Click to add or create a new component for this product.

    • Add Nesting Component for Material [b]: Add sub-components under a main one. Example: Add “Lamination” under “310gsm Art Card” so it only appears when that material is selected.

    • Edit [c]: Modify component setup (changes sync to all products using this component).

    • Delete [d]: Remove the component from the current product.

    • Component Description [e]: Hovering your mouse over the component name will display a description, allowing you to understand what the component is.

    • Component Cost [f]: Displays cost based on selected print size and quantity.

🔹 Required Core Components

These must be included for every SC-Sheet product:

• • Material – Define the printing material (e.g., 310gsm Art Card, 128gsm Gloss Paper).

  • Printing Size – Set product print size

  • Printing Cost – Configure Printing side and cost

  • Quantity – Define customer-selectable quantities.

🔸 Optional System & Custom Components

Add these depending on your product requirements:

• • Additional Component – Finishing options such as Lamination, Cutting.

  • Production Timeline – Offer flexible production speed (Normal / Next Day / Same Day).

  • Artwork Service – Design or setup service options if applicable.

  • File Upload – Enable file upload and select storage location (WordPress or Dropbox). [Only displayed after integration into WordPress website]

  • Custom Fields – Collect extra info or artwork links (e.g., Google Drive link, ).[Only displayed after integration into WordPress website]

  • Profit Margin – Apply different profit percentage levels.

  • Bulk Discount – Automatically apply discounts for large orders.

🧾 Additional Info [g]: Get instant calculation insights

• • Printing Parameters – Shows nesting type, material size, Imposition per Sheet, and Total Sheet.

  • Package Overview (est.) – Calculates estimated volume and weight based on GSM, thickness, and quantity.

  • Financial Overview – Displays applied profit margin and bulk discount summary.

11. Finalize the Product

After setting up all details and components:

• • Click “Save as Active” to publish the product to your storefront.

  • (Optional) Click “Save as Draft [h]” to keep the product inactive and hidden from the shop until ready.

💡 Best For

The SC-Sheet data source is best suited for:

• 🪪 Business Cards
• 📄 Flyers & Brochures
• 📚 Bookmarks & Postcards
• 📘 Documents & Certificates
• 🎟️ Event Tickets or Labels

🧠 Best Practices & Tips

1. Use clear naming for materials (e.g., “310gsm Art Card – Gloss”).

2. Group similar materials (e.g., same paper weight, different coating) under the same component.

3. Apply nesting lamination only under specific materials for cleaner customer selection.

4. Add quantity tiers that match your printing setup (e.g., 100, 200, 500, 1000pcs).

5. Enable rounding to simplify customer prices and prevent decimal confusion.

6. Set a realistic minimum order amount to avoid under-priced small jobs.

7. Test the cost preview under “Component Cost” before activating the product.

8. Add high-quality images to visually differentiate between paper types or finishes.