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Attributes can be assigned to different product types as needed
Note: You may have a situation where you and need an attribute to show on the variant/sku SKU level and not the variable/parent level.
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Attribute Groups are a collection of like attributes grouped together.
Example: A “Dimensions” “Logistics Data” attribute group will contain all product measurement logistics data like assembled width, carton/pallet level height, and assembled length
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Attribute groups can be assigned to certain product levels the same way as single attributes
Note: If a product type in your attribute group is not the same as the assigned product type as your attributes it will not show up on the product page.
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