Guides

Practical guides for CSV product imports.

Learn how product files work, import from CSV, Excel, XML or Google Sheets, troubleshoot errors and keep supplier data up to date.

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How to bulk update Shopify inventory with a CSV

Download your store’s template, match variants and set inventory at one location. Schedule recurring updates on Pro or Scale.

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How to import and update Dreamlove products

Import Dreamlove XML products with translated copy and grouped variants, then apply stock rules and price markups on Pro or Scale.

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How to import and update Stockfirmati products

Import Stockfirmati's dropshipping feed into Shopify, map the right language columns and keep price and stock current. Automate updates on Pro or Scale.

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How to import Shopify products from an XML feed

Upload an XML file or use its URL, confirm the product records and map the feed directly to Shopify fields.

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Why won't my Shopify CSV import from a URL work?

Check your CSV, XLS, XLSX or XML source, fix an invalid address and resolve file access errors.

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How to bulk update Shopify prices with a CSV

Match products by SKU, update selling and compare-at prices and apply pricing rules on Pro or Scale.

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Shopify's native product CSV importer

A detailed guide to product fields, variants, images, inventory, metafields and common import errors.

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How to keep your own stock separate from a supplier feed

Use Shopify locations, shipping groups and order routing to keep supplier stock separate from your own.

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How to import products from Google Sheets

Publish a Google Sheet as CSV, import products and use Pro or Scale to schedule recurring updates.

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How to update Shopify products from Google Sheets

Match existing products by SKU, map only the fields to change and schedule updates on Pro or Scale.

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Put the guide into practice.

Install Simple CSV and start with a free product import.