How to Display WooCommerce Products by Category in WordPress?

Key Takeaways

  • Nexter Blocks includes a Product Listing block that allows users to display WooCommerce products by categories.
  • Users can select multiple categories from the Select Product Category dropdown in the Query tab of the Product Listing block.
  • The Product Listing block requires installation and activation of Nexter Blocks to function properly.
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Do you want to show products by different categories? Displaying WooCommerce products by category makes it easier for customers to find the products they are interested in, and it also helps to organize your store’s inventory.

With the Product Listing block from the Nexter Blocks, you can easily show products by categories.

To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks Product Listing block, click here.

Requirement  – This block is a part of the Nexter Blocks, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.

To do this, make sure you’ve added some products to your WooCommerce store, then follow the steps – 

1. Add the Product Listing block on the page. 

2. Select Normal from the Type section, then select the appropriate style and layout.

Note: Make sure you’ve created some product categories and added some products.

3. Then go to the Query tab and select the product category from the Select Product Category dropdown.

product listing normal query product category new

Note: Similarly, you can show products by tags from the Select Product Tag dropdown.

You can add multiple categories as well.

Now you’ll see products from that category only.

Also, check How to Filter WooCommerce Products by Category in WordPress.

About the Author

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if the Product Listing block isn't displaying any products?

If the Product Listing block isn't showing products, first ensure that you have added products to your WooCommerce store and created product categories. Without products in the selected category, nothing will display. Additionally, verify that the Nexter Blocks plugin is installed and activated, as this block is part of that package.

What is the best way to organize my WooCommerce products by category?

To effectively organize your WooCommerce products by category, ensure you create clear and relevant product categories before adding products. This helps customers easily navigate your store. Using the Product Listing block from Nexter Blocks can further enhance organization by allowing you to display products by these categories directly on your pages.

Are there any performance considerations when using the Product Listing block?

The Product Listing block from Nexter Blocks is designed to be lightweight, loading only 1 CSS and 1 JS file per page. This minimizes performance impact on your site. However, ensure that your WooCommerce store is optimized and that you are not loading excessive products, as this can slow down page load times.

Last reviewed: April 14, 2026

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