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Import Products After Making Changes to your CSV File on Shopify

Sam|
October 31, 2024|
3 min read

When managing your Shopify store, importing products via a CSV file is a quick and efficient way to upload or update multiple products at the same time. After making changes to your CSV file, whether adding new products, adjusting inventory, or updating prices, it’s essential to follow the step-by-step guide to ensure your product details are correctly imported into Shopify. 

In this guide, we will explain the process of importing products after editing your CSV file. 

To import products after making changes to your CSV file on Shopify

Step 1: Go to Products

After getting access to your Shopify admin, select Products.

access to your Shopify admin, select Products.

Step 2: Click Import

Then All products will appear. Click “Import” with an arrow down symbol below the title to upload your updated CSV file.

Click “Import” with an arrow down symbol below the title to upload

Step 3: Click Add File

Choose “Add file”  and then select the CSV file you want to import. 

Choose “Add file”  and then select the CSV file you want to import. 

Step 4: Click Open

A new window will appear for you to open the file. For convenience, I recommend saving the file in an easily accessible location. Once you’re ready, select the updated file you want to import. Click “Open” to proceed.

Click "Open" to proceed.

Step 5: Choose Upload and Preview

After adding the CSV file on Shopify, hit “Upload and Preview” to proceed with your process. 

Choose Upload and Preview

Step 6: Click Import Products

After reviewing the details about the import, click “Import products.”

click “Import products.”

It takes a few minutes to be done. Just wait for a while, and you will receive an email that will notify you once the import is completed. 

It takes a few minutes to be done.

Final Thought

Importing products through a CSV file on Shopify is a powerful way to streamline your store management, especially when dealing with extensive inventories or frequent updates. Regularly using this method allows you to manage your store’s products, save time, and maintain consistency across all your listings.

FAQs

How do I update my Shopify inventory with CSV?

To update your Shopify inventory using a CSV file, navigate to Products > Inventory in your Shopify admin. Click Import, select the CSV file with updated inventory data, and click Upload file. Ensure the CSV format matches Shopify’s required fields for a smooth update.

What is overwriting product details using an import CSV file?

Overwriting product details means replacing the current product information with the data in the imported CSV file. When you import a CSV, existing products with matching handles will be updated with the new details from the CSV file.

How do I edit a CSV file in Shopify?

To edit a CSV file, first export your current products or inventory from Shopify. Open the CSV file in a spreadsheet program like Excel or Google Sheets, make your changes, and then save the file as a CSV. Re-upload the updated CSV in your Shopify admin under Products or Inventory.

How do I upload a product to Shopify via CSV?

To upload products via CSV, go to Products > Import in your Shopify admin, select your CSV file, and upload it. Shopify will create new products based on the information in the CSV, including details like titles, descriptions, prices, and stock levels.

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Sam Nguyen is the CEO and founder of Avada Commerce, an e-commerce solution provider headquartered in Singapore. He is an expert on the Shopify e-commerce platform for online stores and retail point-of-sale systems. Sam loves talking about e-commerce and he aims to help over a million online businesses grow and thrive.