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eCommerce Product Variant Description

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Technical Name website_variant_description
LicenseOPL-1
Websitehttps://apps.odoo.com/apps/modules/browse?author=Odoo%20DevHouse
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Odoo Online
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Odoo Apps Dependencies • Sales (sale_management)
• eCommerce (website_sale)
• Discuss (mail)
• Invoicing (account)
• Website (website)
Lines of code 81
Technical Name website_variant_description
LicenseOPL-1
Websitehttps://apps.odoo.com/apps/modules/browse?author=Odoo%20DevHouse

eCommerce Product Variant Description

Show unique descriptions for each product variant on your website - perfect for variant‑specific features, materials, or specifications



Key Features
  • Per‑Variant Descriptions - Add unique descriptions for each product variant (size, color, material, etc.).
  • Dynamic Website Display - Description automatically updates when customers select a different variant.
  • Backend Text Editor - Rich text field on the variant form for easy content management.
  • Clean Frontend Styling - Description appears below the main product description with consistent styling.li>
  • Automatic Hide/Show - Description area is hidden when no description is set for the selected variant.
  • Zero Configuration - Install and immediately add variant descriptions - no complex setup.
  • SEO Friendly - Unique content per variant helps with product‑specific search rankings.
How It Works

The module adds a text field to each product variant and dynamically displays it on the website:

  • Backend: On each product variant form, a new "Variant Description" tab allows you to enter unique content per variant.
  • Frontend: When a customer selects a variant (e.g., "Large" or "Red"), the description area updates instantly via AJAX.
  • Dynamic Update: The description changes without page reload - seamless customer experience.
  • Smart Visibility: If no description is set for a variant, the description area is automatically hidden.

This is perfect for highlighting variant‑specific features like material differences, size charts, compatibility notes, or care instructions.

Before & After - See the Difference

BEFORE - Without Module

All variants share the same description - no way to highlight variant‑specific details

❌ Customers see generic description regardless of selected size, color, or material

AFTER - With Product Variant Description Module

Each variant shows its own unique description - updates dynamically when customer changes selection

✅ Customers see variant‑specific details - better information, higher conversion

Backend - Variant Description Field

New "Variant Description" tab on each product variant form

Installation Guide

Installation Steps

  1. Copy the module folder to your Odoo addons directory.
  2. Update the apps list: Apps → Update Apps List.
  3. Search for "Product Variant Description" and click Install.
  4. No further configuration needed - start adding variant descriptions immediately.

Note: The module works immediately after installation. Variant descriptions will appear on your product pages automatically.

Usage Guide

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Create or Open a Product with Variants

Navigate to Sales → Products → Products and select a product that has variants (attributes like size, color, etc.).

Step 2: Open the Variants Tab

In the product form, go to the Variants tab to see all variant combinations.

Step 3: Edit a Specific Variant

Click on a variant row to open its individual form.

Step 4: Add Variant Description

In the variant form, go to the new "Variant Description" tab and enter your description. You can use:

  • Plain text for simple descriptions
  • Line breaks for better readability
  • Lists, formatting, and special characters

Step 5: Save and Test on Website

Save the variant. Visit the product page on your website. When you select that variant, the description will appear automatically.

Step 6: Repeat for Other Variants

Add unique descriptions for each variant as needed.

Use Cases

Fashion & Apparel

Show material composition, care instructions, or fit notes per size and color variant.

Example: "Cotton 100% - machine wash cold"

Electronics

Highlight technical specs per configuration - RAM, storage, processor differences.

Example: "16GB RAM - ideal for video editing"

Furniture

Describe material differences - solid wood vs veneer, fabric types, dimensions.

Example: "Solid oak - includes assembly hardware"

Food & Beverage

Show nutritional info, allergen warnings, or tasting notes per size/package variant.

Example: "Gluten‑free - contains nuts"

Tools & Hardware

Specify compatibility, included accessories, or power ratings per model variant.

Example: "Compatible with 18V batteries only"

Books & Media

Show edition differences, page counts, or format specifics (hardcover vs paperback).

Example: "Includes bonus chapter and illustrations"
Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use HTML formatting in the variant description?

A: The field is a plain text field, but it preserves line breaks. For HTML formatting, you would need to customize the field type to HTML.

Q: Does this work with product configurators or custom attributes?

A: Yes. The description updates whenever the combination changes, including custom attribute selections.

Q: What happens if a variant doesn't have a description?

A: The description area is automatically hidden, leaving a clean product page layout.

Q: Can I translate variant descriptions?

A: Yes, if you enable translatable fields on the variant description field, Odoo's standard translation system will handle it.

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