What Are Extendable Attributes?

 Extendable attributes are custom fields linked to your auction categories and sub-categories, enabling precise filtering and structured data output. Unlike traditional systems that require developer support, BidHarvest® gives you full control via our intuitive Attribute Manager, no coding, no delays.

 You define with ease:

• Categories (e.g. Vehicles, Fine Art, Property)
• Sub-Categories (e.g.. Tractors, Paintings, Flats)‍
• Attributes (e.g. Horsepower, Artist, Number of Bedrooms)‍
• Values (e.g. 120hp, Banksy, 3-bed)

These attributes become powerful filters in your public catalogue views and structured schema elements for SEO and AI indexing.

How to Use Attributes for Filterable Auction Catalogue

1. Create a Category Example: Fine Art

2. Add a Sub-Category Example: Paintings

3. Define Attributes
   
   • Medium (Oil, Watercolour, Gouache)
   • Size (Small, Medium, Large)
   • Artist
   • Date
4. Configure Display Rules
   
   • Choose which fields appear as search filters
   • Set others to display as lot detail bullet points
5. Streamline Data Entry
   • When consigning items, selecting a category auto-loads the relevant attributes for easy completion.‍
6. ‍Fllter in Front-End & Back-Office
   • Buyers can filter bykey details during catalogue browsing
   • Admins can sort, group, and lot items faster in theBidHarvest® back office

Why It Matters for Search Engines and AI

Every attribute in BidHarvest® can be used to automatically generate structured data (schema markup), making your lots easier to find in search engines and discoverable by AI-powered tools.‍

• ‍Boosts SEO with rich, indexable metadata‍
• Enhances ChatGPT and AI tool visibility
• Reduces user friction with smart filters that surface relevant result

Ready-to-Use Attribute Sets for Rapid Onboarding

BidHarvest comes with optional preconfigured attribute templates, including:

• Vehicles (e.g. Year, Make, Model, Mileage)
• Fine Art(e.g. Artist, Medium, Frame Type)
• Property (e.g. Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Tenure)

These can be edited, extended, or replaced to match yourauction verticals all from within the Attribute Manager.

Summary: Take Control of Auction Catalogue Intelligence

Extendable attributes in BidHarvest®ß empower auctioneers to:

• Build intelligent, filterable catalogues without developer support
• Improve bidder experience and reduce search friction
• Increase visibility across search engines and AI platforms
• Configure and edit attribute sets per auction category
• Use structured data to future-proof your auction content

It’s the difference between a generic listing and a smart, searchable catalogue delivered on your terms.

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