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How to Archive Files After Magento 2 CSV Import to Save Storage Space

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Running frequent updates via Magento 2 CSV import is crucial for keeping your catalog, prices, and customer data current. However, every transfer has one disadvantage that you cannot eliminate. The problem is that every import leaves behind source files, quickly eating up server space. The more often you update your store, the more clutter these CSV files create, leading to wasted storage, slower performance, and messy backups.

That’s why efficient file management is just as important as the import itself. By archiving or compressing files automatically after each Magento CSV import, you not only free up storage but also keep your system organized and secure. Unfortunately, Magento doesn’t provide this functionality out of the box.

With the Improved Import & Export extension, however, you can automate archiving as part of your Magento 2 import CSV workflow. The module includes a dedicated “Archive file after import” feature that compresses processed files into ZIP archives and stores them in a structured way. This guide shows how to enable this functionality, why it matters for merchants handling bulk data updates, and how it fits into your broader Magento import CSV strategy.

👉 For more developer insights, check out our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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Magento 2 Image Resize Guide: How to Resize Product Images in Magento 2 Automatically After Import

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Resizing product images in Magento 2 is no longer just a design concern — it’s a critical step for performance, SEO, and customer experience. If you’re still manually shrinking high-resolution photos before uploading them to your store, you’re wasting valuable time. With the right setup, Magento 2 image resize can be fully automated during the import process.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to resize product images in Magento 2 automatically after import using the Improved Import & Export extension together with Imagick (ImageMagick). You’ll learn how to keep the correct aspect ratio, improve image quality, and avoid oversized files that slow down your store. And if you’re still using unoptimized pictures, we’ll explain why resizing images in Magento 2 is essential for site speed, SEO, and sales.

👉 Looking for more practical solutions? Don’t forget to explore our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook for additional import and export tips.
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Advanced Magento 2 Import of Images: How to Bulk Upload Product Pictures from FTP, Google Drive & More

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Importing product images in Magento 2 is one of the most common challenges merchants face when setting up or updating their catalogs. By default, Magento only looks for pictures inside the root catalog of your store, which often forces you to move files manually before running a CSV import. This process is time-consuming and error-prone — especially if you receive thousands of product images from suppliers or keep them on external servers.

With the Improved Import & Export extension, you can streamline this workflow. The module introduces the Use Image Import Source feature, which lets you import product images in Magento 2 directly from FTP/SFTP, as well as from cloud storage like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. Instead of shuffling files back and forth, you can bulk upload and assign images to products automatically.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to use Magento 2 import images functionality with the Improved Import & Export extension, how to import product images using CSV and external sources, and why this approach is a game-changer for stores managing large or frequently updated catalogs. And if you’re looking for more developer insights, don’t forget to check out our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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Magento 2 Import Made Easy: Features, Limitations & Best Alternative in 2026

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Managing data in Magento 2 can quickly become overwhelming — especially when your catalog spans thousands of products, customers, or categories. The built-in Magento 2 import feature is designed to help merchants move data in bulk, but its functionality is limited and often creates more bottlenecks than solutions. In this guide, we’ll explain how the default Magento import process works, explore its features and limitations, and show you how to run imports step by step for different entity types.

However, relying solely on the native Magento 2 importer isn’t always enough. It lacks automation, flexible mapping, and support for multiple file formats — critical capabilities for modern e-commerce operations. That’s why we’ll also introduce the Improved Import & Export extension, a robust replacement that transforms Magento 2 import routines into a scalable, automated workflow. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to streamline your data management, avoid common pitfalls, and choose the right approach for your store in 2026.

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How to Import Product Reviews in Magento 2 and Assign Them to Parent Configurable or Bundle Products

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento 2 import of product reviews is a crucial task for any store that wants to boost trust, improve SEO, and display authentic customer feedback. While Magento natively supports reviews, it doesn’t provide built-in tools to manage them in bulk or associate feedback from child products with their parent configurable or bundle items.

With the Improved Import & Export extension, however, you can easily import product reviews to Magento 2, connect child reviews to parent products, and even automate the entire process. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to import reviews in Magento 2, link child feedback with parent products, and explain why our import reviews extension for Magento 2 is the most efficient solution. For more developer insights, check out our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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Improved Import / Export Magento 2 Extension Manual

- Magento 2, Our extensions

In this article, we take a closer look at the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension, covering everything you need to know about using it for data transfers in Magento 2 (both Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source). You’ll learn how to install and configure the extension, create import and export jobs, and transfer data for different Magento entities. We also cover CLI data transfers, process automation, extension customization endpoints, and troubleshooting, along with practical use cases and specific features that can help you get more from the extension.

Improved Import & Export lets you import and export CSV, XML, and JSON files containing product data and product images in Magento 2. You can import files from a remote FTP/SFTP server, Dropbox, a direct URL to a source CSV file, Google Sheets, and other sources. The extension also supports dedicated category imports from CSV files, importing attribute values and creating new attributes on the fly, scheduling import jobs with cron, and more.

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Magento 2 GraphQL Tutorial: How to Import Data via GraphQL API into Magento 2 Open Source & Adobe Commerce

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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The following Magento 2 GraphQL tutorial describes how to import and export data into/from Magento 2 Open Source and Adobe Commerce with the help of the GraphQL API in 2026. This connection type is yet impossible out of the box, but the community is working hard to introduce it as a replacement for the REST API. At the same time, some tools enable Magento 2 GraphQL API import and export right now. For instance, you can leverage the Magento 2 GraphQL API import and export processes with the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 module.

The following article sheds light on how to import data into Magento 2 via the GraphQL API with the help of our extension. You will find out how to enable the Magento 2 GraphQL API import and what extra benefits it is associated with. If you are not familiar with what the GraphQL API is, we’ve also prepared a chapter that describes this standard and its benefits over REST and SOAP. Besides, an FAQ section provides answers to frequently asked questions about GraphQL Magento 2 import and export processes.
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Magento 2 REST API Import: Guide for Adobe Commerce & Magento Open Source

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Magento 2 REST API provides a standard way to connect your store with external systems and exchange data through API requests. It can be used to integrate Magento 2 with ERP, CRM, PIM, supplier, marketplace, and other third-party platforms. Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source use the REST API framework to expose a wide range of endpoints for working with store data.

However, using the Magento REST API to import data from an external system is not the same as sending an individual API request. When you need to retrieve product, customer, order, category, inventory, or other data regularly, you also need to handle authentication, data formats, attribute mapping, transformations, and import scheduling.

This is where the Improved Import & Export extension for Magento 2 comes in. It lets you connect Magento 2 to external REST API sources and import data in JSON or XML format. You can configure API requests, map external fields to Magento attributes, transform data, and automate recurring imports.

In this guide, we explain how the Magento 2 REST API works, how to configure REST API data import with Improved Import & Export in 2026, and which features can make API-based data synchronization easier in both Magento Open Source and Adobe Commerce.
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Magento CMS Block Guide 2026: How to Create, Import & Export Magento 2 Static Blocks

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Creating a standout storefront in Magento 2 often comes down to how well you manage your CMS blocks or static blocks that power everything from homepage banners to promotional widgets. These reusable content elements are the building blocks of engaging layouts and dynamic pages. Whether you’re customizing your homepage, setting up seasonal offers, or building with Magento Page Builder, Magento 2 static blocks are key to delivering rich, branded experiences.

Yet, despite their critical role, Magento 2 doesn’t offer built-in tools for importing or exporting CMS elements like static blocks, pages, or widgets. That’s where the Improved Import & Export extension steps in, enabling seamless data transfers across stores and environments.

In this comprehensive guide, we explore what Magento 2 CMS blocks are, the difference between static and dynamic blocks, how to create and insert blocks, and how to import and export Magento 2 static blocks quickly and accurately. You’ll learn how to structure your import table, configure import jobs, and avoid common pitfalls. We’ll also walk through every CMS block attribute, share ready-to-use sample files, and explain how to move CMS content between Magento 2 installations with confidence. Whether you’re a developer, store admin, or agency partner, this tutorial will help you master Magento CMS block management like a pro.

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Magento 2 Product Reviews Import & Export Guide for Adobe Commerce & Open Source: Streamline Your Workflow and Boost Store Credibility

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento 2 product reviews are more than just comments — they’re a trust signal, an SEO asset, and a conversion booster rolled into one. But while the platform lets customers leave reviews natively, it offers no built-in way to import or export them in bulk. That’s a serious bottleneck for merchants migrating catalogs, syncing staging environments, or preserving valuable user-generated content during store upgrades.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to take full control of product reviews in Magento 2 in 2026, focusing on how to import and export them efficiently using the Improved Import & Export extension. From formatting CSV files and mapping ratings to automating review imports across store views, everything happens directly in the admin panel without touching the database.

You’ll also find a detailed explanation of the Magento 2 product reviews CSV format, including attribute names, accepted values, and practical examples to avoid common mistakes. We’ll explore how the extension transforms what would otherwise be a manual, error-prone task into a streamlined, scalable workflow.

But before jumping into the technical setup, we’ll first review how to make sure product reviews are properly enabled in your Magento 2 store. That way, your Magento 2 product reviews import export efforts start on a solid foundation.

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