Configure YMM metafield values
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If you're using metafields as the data source for your Year – Make – Model (YMM) search form, it's important to format the metafield values correctly so the dropdowns work as expected.
This guide will walk you through exactly how to structure those values.
You should create a product metafield based on the below rules:
Metafield's namespace is custom
Metafield's key has to start with vehicles_
Example: product.metafields.custom.vehicles_year product.metafields.custom.vehicles_make product.metafields.custom.vehicles_model
Use a List of values instead of one value
When using metafields for your YMM form, the values in your product metafields determine what options appear in the dropdowns. The app reads this information to create links between the fields, for example, to show the correct Model and Year options after a Make is selected.
Each product’s metafield data set must include the full combination of Year, Make, and Model.
2020|Toyota|Camry
2021|Toyota|Camry
2021|Toyota|Corolla
You’ll need to add the values above to the metafield field you’re using for YMM.
Be consistent with spacing and spelling — e.g., Toyota is not the same as toyota.
Make sure every product that should appear in the YMM search has these metafield values added.
Use the same metafield definition and format across all relevant products.
Once you’ve added these values to your products, your YMM filter will automatically show the correct Model and Year options based on the selected Make.
Not sure how to define your metafields or can’t find the right setting? Reach out to us at [email protected] — we’re here to assist you.
