The official Miva Merchant 5.5 book is a must for all users of the most customizable e-commerce software on the market today. The new, expanded book provides step-by-step instructions and examples, providing complete walk-throughs of everything the back end has to offer, PLUS key information on incorporating custom designs into your online store.

This is the eBook version ONLY - if you want a printed book, you need to order this item

Miva Merchant users were surveyed to find out what matters most to them. At more than 300 pages, this official guide covers everything from the initial creation of the store to customizing the look and feel via Page Templates using HTML, CSS and Skins.

The official Level of this book is logged as: Introductory to Advanced.

Learn the basics, like:

• Build & Edit Products and Categories, via the Admin interface and flat file upload.
• Configure shipping on varying levels, for both domestic and international.
• Configure Upsales based on related items and order subtotals.
• Perform necessary maintenance.
• Log and view stats on your customers' movements throughout the store.
• Expand savings and exclusive products to customers using Price and Availability Groups.
• Install and "call" third-party modules.
• Work and build offline using MIVA Mia.

Move up a level by learning how to :

• Manipulate the store's look and feel using STORE MORPH TECHNOLOGY^TM and the Power of Templates.
• Totally customize every page via use of token entities and HTML/CSS.
• Work with Skins
• Troubleshoot issues.
• Perform basic analysis for the purposes of usability.

AND, THERE's MORE. You'll receive a registration and discount key, which provides extended benefits to keep you informed in the world of Miva Merchant and e-commerce year round. Registered book owners receive:

• Updated PDF documentation for a full year.
• Free, three-month trial for MvHelp.com - where you can learn and discuss (via anonymous posting) Miva Merchant, third-party modules and software and more.
• Discounts on premiere services (early-bird pre-orders receive best discount pricing). Imagine working on your store alongside walk-through video and audio, and having key expert advice right at your fingertips.
• References on the legalities of doing business.
• Key references on mastering HTML and CSS.
• Special offers from select partners and advertisers.
• Ask Pamela section. Each week a question will be randomly selected and Pamela will give a detailed response.
• Extended Support - if it's in the book, and you don't understand, support will be free on the specific topic.

What People Are Saying:

“Pamela's book is the single best method for learning how to get under the hood and tune your Miva Merchant 5.5 store the way you want. She makes it easy to become an expert!.”
─ Rick Wilson, Executive Vice President, Miva Merchant

“An invaluable resource for all Miva Merchant store-owners and developers alike.”
─ Michael Brock, Viking Coders

“The smartest investment you can make. If you're just starting your online business, or working hard to build it up, you don't need to waste time looking for information about your online Store. Miva Merchant 5.5: The Official Guide provides complete and concise information in simple English. I'll bet you save enough time (money) on your first question to easily pay for the book itself.”
─ Bruce Golub, PHOSPHOR Media

“If you are looking for an easy to read, step-by-step instruction manual for version 5.5, look no further. Pamela Hazelton's expertise and knowledge of Miva Merchant shines through in this latest release. Don't hesitate to buy now! Whether you are a beginner or advanced user, you will love it!”
─ Maria Hayden, Miva Merchant User, RetroPlanet.com

IMPORTANT NOTE: This book is for MIVA Merchant version 5.5. Though users of prior versions may get "some" benefit, the Admin areas are vastly different. If you're running version 5.0, notations of 5.5 specifics are noted. Those running versions 4 or lower need the book for versions 4 and lower.

PDF eBook is fully searchable and bookmarked. PDF eBook is not printable.