Should I use the ID or the full text path in my feed?

You can use either the numeric ID 6741 or the full path string. The ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to provide the google_product_category for these remotes?

The attribute is optional. However, explicitly defining it prevents Google from incorrectly categorizing your remote controls under general appliance headers.

Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?

No. These attributes are typically required for apparel. For garage door remotes, focus on providing accurate product titles and GTINs for the best results.

Google product category

Garage Door Keypads & Remotes

Category ID6741

Full path for the feedHome & Garden > Household Appliances > Garage Door Keypads & Remotes

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Liftmaster Garage Door Opener Remote
Chamberlain Universal Garage Door Remote Control
Genie Universal Visor Garage Door Opener Remote
Anderic Keychain Universal Garage Door Opener Remote Control
OHD Remote Control
Skylink Garage Door Visor Transmitter
Digi-Code Visor Garage Door Opener Transmitter
CO-Z Universal Keychain Garage Door Opener Remote
Skylink Universal Garage Door Remote Set
Genie Universal Wireless Garage Door Wall Console
Skylink Keychain Garage Door Remote
Linear Multi-Code Visor Transmitter

Understanding Garage Door Keypads & Remotes

The Garage Door Keypads & Remotes category (ID: 6741) is the designated classification for electronic access devices designed specifically for residential and commercial garage door operating systems. This category falls under the Home & Garden > Household Appliances path.

Products that belong in this category are accessories used to signal a garage door opener to function. Examples from the US market include:

Universal garage door remote controls
Keychain-style garage door transmitters
Wireless wall-mounted entry consoles
Visor-mounted garage door opener transmitters

Do not place products here that are not specifically for garage door control. Items such as full garage door opener motor units belong in the Garage Door Openers category. Other household items such as Floor & Steam Cleaners, Vacuums, Water Heaters, or Climate Control Appliances must be mapped to their own specific neighbouring categories within the Household Appliances tree. If your product is a general remote control for other home systems, ensure it is not misclassified here.

There are no subcategories for this taxonomy level, so ID 6741 is the most specific destination for these remote devices.

To categorize your items, use the ID 6741 or the path: Home & Garden > Household Appliances > Garage Door Keypads & Remotes. While this attribute is optional, providing it improves classification accuracy over Google's automated system, which can be overly broad. Always use the product_type attribute for your internal inventory organization, as it remains separate from the required google_product_category taxonomy.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full text path in my feed?: You can use either the numeric ID 6741 or the full path string. The ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to provide the google_product_category for these remotes?: The attribute is optional. However, explicitly defining it prevents Google from incorrectly categorizing your remote controls under general appliance headers.
Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?: No. These attributes are typically required for apparel. For garage door remotes, focus on providing accurate product titles and GTINs for the best results.

This category in other languages

ru: Дом и сад > Бытовые приборы > Пульты и брелоки для управления гаражными дверями
uk: Дім та сад > Побутові прилади > Пульти та брелоки для керування гаражними дверима