Understanding the Projectors Category
The Projectors category, identified by ID 396, is located within the Electronics > Video path. This category is designated for devices specifically designed to project visual media onto a surface, serving as an alternative to standard television displays.
What Belongs in This Category
This category includes hardware intended for visual projection in both home and business settings. Examples from the US market include:
- Smart home theater projectors equipped with integrated streaming platforms.
- Laser and LED data projectors used for business presentations.
- Compact, portable movie projectors for casual media consumption.
- High-definition and 4K ultra-short-throw projection units.
- LCD and DLP technology-based home cinema devices.
What Does Not Belong Here
Do not place products here if they fall under the neighbouring categories, such as Computer Monitors, Televisions, or Video Players & Recorders. Equipment used specifically for capturing or editing footage belongs in Video Editing Hardware & Production Equipment. Accessories like replacement bulbs, screen mounts, or cables must be categorized under Video Accessories. If your device primarily acts as a signal distribution tool, it should be mapped to Video Servers or Video Transmitters instead.
When to Use a Subcategory
Use the subcategories Multimedia Projectors, Overhead Projectors, or Slide Projectors when your item specifically matches these specialized projection technologies rather than general-purpose units.
Feed Implementation
Use the numeric ID 396 or the full path Electronics > Video > Projectors in your google_product_category attribute. While optional, specifying this value manually helps Google better classify your inventory compared to automated systems.