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Magento 2 Mass Product Update: How to Bulk Upload, Update & Import Product Price, Quantity & Other Data

- E-Commerce, Import / Export Cookbook, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Keeping your product catalog accurate and competitive often requires frequent changes, and a Magento 2 mass product update is the fastest way to get it done. Whether you’re adjusting prices for a sale, updating inventory after a stock delivery, or syncing with supplier data, manual edits just don’t scale. That’s why smart store owners turn to automated solutions to perform bulk product updates in Magento efficiently and reliably.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to update Magento 2 product prices and quantities in mass using the powerful Improved Import & Export extension. You’ll learn the difference between Magento bulk product upload and Magento bulk product update, how to avoid common CSV import pitfalls, and how to schedule recurring inventory updates. From increasing accuracy to saving hours of manual work, we’ll show you how to transform your Magento product upload process into a streamlined, automated workflow.

Let’s dive into how to perform a Magento 2 mass stock and price update — quickly, easily, and at scale.

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Magento 2 Downloadable Product Guide: Complete Setup and Import Explained

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Looking to sell digital goods like eBooks, music, software, or licenses? Then understanding the Magento 2 downloadable product is a must. This guide dives deep into everything you need to know about this powerful product type in Magento 2 — from its definition and setup to storefront behavior and automated import processes.

You’ll learn what a downloadable product in Magento 2 is, how it compares to virtual products and other product types, and how to configure it with downloadable links and samples. We’ll also walk you through creating and managing Magento downloadable products step-by-step — no technical background needed. Plus, we’ll show you how to import Magento 2 downloadable products efficiently using CSV files and enhanced import tools.

Whether you’re launching your first digital product or optimizing a complex catalog, this comprehensive guide will help you make the most of Magento 2 downloadable products. Let’s get started.

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Virtual Product in Magento 2: Complete Guide to Setup, Shipping & Import

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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In the ever-evolving world of e-commerce, not every product needs a box, a barcode, or a shipping label. Some of the most powerful offerings — think services, subscriptions, or warranties — exist purely in digital form. That’s where the virtual product in Magento 2 comes into play.

Unlike physical or downloadable products, Magento 2 virtual products don’t require shipping, packaging, or even a download link. They’re weightless, dimensionless, and ideal for selling non-tangible goods like online consultations, extended warranties, or memberships. Whether you’re running a service-based business or offering add-ons to physical items, virtual products are an essential part of the Magento 2 ecosystem.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about working with Magento virtual products. You’ll learn what a virtual product is, how to set it up, and how it behaves on the storefront. We’ll also show you how to import and export virtual products in Magento 2 using CSV files, helping you scale faster and manage your catalog more efficiently.
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Magento 2 Custom Options Explained: How to Add Customizable Options to Simple Products, Configure & Import Them

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento 2 custom options are a powerful way to personalize simple, downloadable, or virtual products without the overhead of configurable product setups. Also known as customizable options, they allow store owners to add extra choices, such as text fields, dropdowns, file uploads, or swatches, directly to product pages, enriching the customer experience and boosting conversion potential.

In this complete guide to Magento custom options, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know — from what custom options are and how they differ from configurable products, to step-by-step instructions on adding them to your store. You’ll also learn how to extend these options with visual swatches, import them in bulk using automation tools, and avoid common pitfalls when managing custom product features.

Whether you’re offering monogrammed apparel, personalized gift messages, or product add-ons, this guide will help you unlock the full potential of Magento 2 customizable options — and turn simple products into compelling, flexible offerings that better match your customers’ needs.

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Data Migration Magento 1 to 2: 2025 Guide Using Improved Import & Export

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Data migration from Magento 1 to 2 can feel overwhelming, especially in 2025, when Magento 1 feels like something ancient compared to modern e-commerce platforms, and even a small misstep can result in data loss or downtime.

Therefore, the Magento 1 to 2 migration process isn’t just a technical upgrade; it’s a strategic move that demands precision. Relying solely on Magento’s default import/export tools often leads to frustrating errors, incomplete transfers, and duplicated efforts. That’s why businesses increasingly turn to robust third-party solutions like the Improved Import & Export extension.

In this complete guide, we’ll walk you through the advanced process of migrating from Magento 1 to Magento 2, helping you avoid common pitfalls and ensure every product, customer, and order is transferred accurately. Whether you’re migrating on your own or managing it for a client, by the end, you’ll know exactly how to migrate Magento 1 to Magento 2 successfully in 2025 — without data loss, delays, or regrets.

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Shopware 6 Filter Guide: How to Filter Products In Shopware 6 Import & Export

- Our extensions, Shopware

Data filtering is a powerful enhancement to traditional import and export processes. It allows you to transfer only the essential information, eliminating the need for time-consuming manual cleanup. This significantly boosts the efficiency of your import and export workflows.

However, filtering capabilities vary across e-commerce platforms, and Shopware 6 offers only limited options in this regard. In this Shopware 6 filter guide, we explain how to filter products during import and export in Shopware 6. We reference insights from a key Stack Exchange discussion and share our own hands-on experience with Shopware’s data tools.

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How To Import Products From AliExpress To Shopify Step-by-Step Tutorial

- Our extensions, Shopify

How To Import Products From AliExpress To Shopify

Learning how to import products from AliExpress to Shopify can significantly expand your product catalog and boost your online store’s profitability. However, without a native integration between AliExpress and Shopify, many store owners feel overwhelmed, not knowing where to start. The good news? You have flexible options at your disposal — ranging from manually adding product details one by one, to automating the entire process with specialized third-party apps.

In this step-by-step guide, you’ll discover how to import products from AliExpress to Shopify using two distinct approaches. First, we’ll explore manual product uploads for those who prefer hands-on control and are willing to invest time leveraging tools built into the Shopify admin. Then, we’ll introduce you to a powerful automation solution designed to handle bulk imports, product mapping, and ongoing synchronization, letting you focus on growing your business instead of wrestling with repetitive tasks.

By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to import products from AliExpress to Shopify with ease — no matter which method you choose. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to upgrade your workflow, these insights will help streamline your product sourcing strategy and unlock new opportunities for e-commerce success.
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Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions app for Shopware 6 user manual

- E-Commerce, Our extensions, Shopware

Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions is a powerful Shopware 6 app that you can install on your store to streamline the process of importing and exporting products and other entities. It allows you to efficiently transfer data in and out of your e-commerce website, ensuring that all necessary values are accurately handled. Whether you’re managing large inventories or complex data sets, this app simplifies the process, saving you time and reducing the risk of errors. Below, we explain how to use the tool for both import and export processes, working with different entities and types of data.

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Firebear Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce – Application Change Log

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

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Discover the journey of the Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce as it evolves through various versions, capturing the essence of its enhancements. Initially a straightforward solution with basic features like import and export profiles and simple mapping in its 1.0.0 version, the tool has now transformed into a powerful data management instrument that boasts such advanced capabilities as import and export automation with schedules, support for multiple file formats, including XLSX and XML,  FTP and FTPS transfers, Google Sheets and Google Drive integration, built-in email notifications, powerful and flexible mapping, diverse update strategies, and a host of other user-friendly features. 

The app becomes even more robust with each new release, offering users an increasingly potent tool. To explore the complete evolution of the module and its latest features, check out the detailed overview below.

Application Manual | BigCommerce Store 

1.0.40 (2024-10-07)

Bugfixes

  • Product Variants Import Issue. Resolved a critical issue that was causing product variants not to import correctly in BigCommerce. This fix ensures proper handling of product variants during import.

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Shopify Product Mapping Guide

- Our extensions, Shopify

Shopify Product Mapping guide

Welcome to our guide to Shopify product mapping. Since the platform has no built-in mapping instruments, you must rely on additional tools to match product attributes for different data exchange purposes. All core Shopify product metafields, for instance, are mapped automatically if you use Marketplace Connect. Some marketplaces, however, require certain product attributes to be displayed on your listings that aren’t part of your product details in the Shopify admin by default. How to align your product mapping efforts on Shopify with your integration strategies most efficiently? Let’s see!

The following article teaches how to map products on Shopify without headaches. We explain how to create a Shopify product mapping scheme and use it for integrations with various external systems, including marketplaces, ERPs, CRMs, etc., with the help of the Import & Export Tool for Shopify. Below, you will learn how to create flexible schemes for both import and export, automating all further data synchronization. Also, there is a table that contains all product attributes and their descriptions. You will need this information for mapping third-party column titles.  Continue Reading