How to add meta descriptions in PrestaShop?

@jamison 

Adding meta descriptions in PrestaShop can help improve your store’s SEO and make your products more attractive in search engine results. Here’s how you can add or edit meta descriptions for different sections like products, categories, and CMS pages:

For Products:

1. Log into the PrestaShop Admin Panel: Access your PrestaShop back office by entering your login details.
2. Navigate to Catalog: From the left-hand menu, select "Catalog" then "Products."
3. Select a Product to Edit: Click on the product for which you want to edit the meta description.
4. Switch to SEO Tab: Once in the product editor, go to the "SEO" tab or section, which may also be labeled as "Search Engine Optimization."
5. Edit the Meta Description: In the meta description field, enter a concise and relevant description of the product. Keep it around 150-160 characters.
6. Save Changes: Once you’ve entered the meta description, make sure to save the changes by clicking the "Save" or "Save and Stay" button.

For Categories:

1. Go to Categories: From the "Catalog" menu, select "Categories."
2. Select a Category: Click on the category you want to edit.
3. SEO Section: In the category editor, navigate to the "SEO" section.
4. Input Meta Description: Enter the desired meta description in the provided field.
5. Save Changes: Save the changes to ensure your meta description is applied.

For CMS Pages:

1. Access CMS Pages: Go to the "Design" menu (or "Improve" depending on your PrestaShop version) and then click "Pages" or "CMS Pages."
2. Edit a CMS Page: Select the CMS page you want to edit by clicking on its name.
3. Edit SEO Options: Find the SEO options section where you can enter the meta description.
4. Enter Meta Description: Fill in the meta description field with the appropriate text.
5. Save Changes: Click the "Save" button to apply your changes.

General Tips:

• Keep it Relevant and Concise: Meta descriptions should accurately summarize the page content and be between 150-160 characters for optimal length.
• Incorporate Keywords: Use relevant keywords naturally within your meta descriptions where applicable.
• Unique Descriptions: Ensure each page has a unique meta description to avoid duplicate content issues.

By following these steps, you can enhance your PrestaShop store's SEO and potentially improve click-through rates from search engine results.