How to Import XLSX Files to BigCommerce

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

BigCommerce is primarily tailored to work with CSV files for data import. But what if you receive an update in the form of an XLSX file? In such cases, the standard procedure involves converting it to CSV before initiating the import. However, there’s a more straightforward way to update your BigCommerce website without this conversion hassle. Allow us to introduce you to the Improved Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce. This plugin offers full support for both importing and exporting XLSX files. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the import of XLSX files into BigCommerce. But before diving into that, let’s explore the differences between CSV and XLSX. And be sure to check out our BigCommerce Cookbook for additional handy tips and suggestions. Continue Reading

How to Export XML Files From BigCommerce

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

When it comes to export file formats, your options are limited due to BigCommerce’s requirement for using CSV files. But what if your partner requires updates in XML? The only conventional method involves converting these files from CSV into XML after export, which can be quite frustrating. However, there’s a more efficient way to update your partner’s system without the need for this conversion, and it’s made possible through the Improved Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce. This application offers comprehensive support for XML files in both import and export operations. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of exporting XML files to BigCommerce. But before we delve into that, let’s take a moment to understand the differences between CSV and XML. And don’t forget to explore our BigCommerce Cookbook for additional valuable recommendations. Continue Reading

Amasty Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support for Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Owning an online store requires a lot of effort to keep track of all its metrics. You have to collect data and analyze it to see where you are going wrong and where you are doing well. It will lead you to success. You may accomplish this with a range of technologies, ranging from AI systems that can assist you in collecting consumer information to basic Google Analytics.   

And, to make it easier for you to interact with Google Analytics in your Magento 2 store, Amasty has created a new plugin. Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support was intended for individuals who want a more seamless usage of analytics in their shop.

Today, we’ll go through this plugin, look at its features, costs, and try to answer the question, “Why do I need this one?” Let’s get started.

Amasty Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support for Magento 2

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Amasty Omnibus Price Tracker for Magento 2

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When starting an internet shop, you will constantly confront multiple challenges. It is vital to make everything attractive, quick, and good, but it is much more necessary to follow all of the regulations that must be followed. This is about pricing as well as other regulations and legislation. 

The EU Omnibus Directive requirements are one such rule. Your pricing must be in accordance with these regulations for effective and convenient trade of items. However, doing the math yourself is tough. This is where Amasty’s new plugin comes in handy.

Omnibus Price Tracker for Magento 2 can help you solve this problem. It can help you improve your store and make your prices correct. 

Today we will take a look at this plugin: its features, price, and how it can help you. Let’s get started.

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Amasty Worldline Online Payments for Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

A good payment system has always been a key to success in the online shopping business. Customers are considerably more inclined to buy from you if you offer a simple and intelligent payment mechanism. They will not be put off by an uncomfortable interface and will abandon your site without purchasing anything. 

If you have a Magento 2 store, we offer a perfect option for you. Amasty recently released a great plugin that will help you not to let your customers go away at the payment stage, but to be satisfied and write good reviews about the convenience of your store. 

Worldline Online Payments for Magento 2 will be a great solution if you want to improve the payment system of your store. In this article, we will consider this plugin: its features, price, and how it can be useful for you.  

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How to Import XML Files to BigCommerce

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

Regarding file formats, you have only one choice in BigCommerce. The system necessitates the use of CSV files in import processes. But what if you have your updates in XML? There is only one way associated with converting such files to CSV and then initiating an import process, which is quite clunky and time-consuming. Fortunately, there’s a more efficient way to update your BigCommerce website without this conversion, introduced in the Improved Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce. This application offers full support for XML files in BigCommerce for import and export operations. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of importing XML files into BigCommerce. Before we dive into that, let’s take a moment to understand the distinctions between CSV and XML. And remember to peruse our BigCommerce Cookbook for additional valuable recommendations. Continue Reading

Stay Informed: BigCommerce Export Notifications Guide

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

Welcome to a comprehensive guide on staying updated about the results of your BigCommerce export operations. While it’s not always easy to keep track of every data transfer, we’re here to introduce you to a reliable solution that offers email notifications tailored for BigCommerce exports. Say hello to the Improved Import & Export Tool. In the upcoming sections, we’ll uncover the various notification options at your disposal and walk you through the setup process for BigCommerce export notifications. For more valuable insights and tips, don’t forget to explore the pages of the BigCommerce Cookbook. Continue Reading

FireBear Improved Import & Export for Magento 2 – Extension Change Log

- Magento 2, Our extensions
improved import and export - Magento 2 extension

The following blog post will help you retrace the evolution of the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 module. The article gathers updates associated with the extension’s each new version from the very beginning. At the time of 1.0.0, it was a basic import solution with an existing import jobs architecture and import cron automation. With the next few versions, the module got such enhancements as product attribute import on the fly, transfers from FTP, SFTP, URL, and Dropbox, custom mapping, etc. Each new release made the Improved Import stronger and stronger. However, it was still an import-only tool until 1.5.0 was released. With this version, our extension became capable of both import and export processes. You can peruse the detailed evolution of the module and see its latest features below. 

Extension Manual | FAQ | Demo | Sample Files

3.8.6 (released 20.09.2023)

Features:

  • Log Files Management Automation. The latest version provides the ability to clear import/export log files automatically. Two options are available: “Clear import/export logs by cron” and “Days Saved in Log”. 
  • Developer Improvement. The “categoriesMapping” method is now public. 
  • Product Online Import. The extension does not disable products when the “product_online” field is empty in the import file.
  • Image Import. The following improvements to the image import process were introduced in 3.8.6:
    • A new product import option called “Keep original image name” is available. When enabled, it keeps the original image name when importing images by URL. 
    • Import images by URL when the URL contains a port number.
    • Import images by URL when the URL contains spaces.
  • Products not in Import List. The “Update Products that are not in the import list” feature now has the following new options:
    • Set products to “Out of stock” status
    • Set products qty to 0
    • Set products to “Out of stock” status and set products qty to 0
  • Google Drive Import. The extension now replaces the existing export file on Google Drive instead of creating a new file with a duplicated name.
  • Order Import. Support for one-line addresses when importing orders.

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Never Miss a Beat: BigCommerce Import Notifications Guide

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

In this article, we’ll explore how to receive timely notifications about the outcomes of your import operations. While you may not be automatically informed of each data transfer by default, there’s a dependable solution that offers email notifications for BigCommerce imports. Allow us to introduce you to the Improved Import & Export Tool. We’ll delve into the types of notifications available and guide you through the process of enabling notifications for BigCommerce imports. For additional useful tips, be sure to browse through the BigCommerce Cookbook. Continue Reading

BigCommerce Export Automation: Flexible Scheduling For Repetitive Tasks

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BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

When it comes to handling regular data updates, automation is a game-changer. BigCommerce, unfortunately, doesn’t offer built-in support for automated exports, which means you’d typically have to perform manual exports. While this isn’t a problem for updates that take place once in a while, it becomes tedious and time-consuming when dealing with frequent transfers, such as daily or hourly.

The solution? Behold the Improved Import & Export Tool. This powerful instrument allows you to schedule data exports at your preferred intervals, whether it’s hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly. By setting up export schedules in BigCommerce, you can save time and eliminate the need for manual exports, especially when dealing with frequent data updates.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to automate your data exports in BigCommerce, providing you with the efficiency and convenience you need. For more valuable tips and insights, check out our BigCommerce Cookbook. And don’t forget to explore BigCommerce import automation for a comprehensive data management solution. Continue Reading