Get Magento 2 Related Products Working: Manual Setup & Bulk Import Guide

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento related products are a powerful way to guide your customers toward additional purchases and increase the average order value in your store. By showing relevant items on product pages, you can help shoppers discover complementary or frequently bought-together goods — all while improving the overall shopping experience.

In this guide, we focus entirely on related products in Magento 2 — what they are, why they matter, and how to configure, import, and export them efficiently. Whether you’re setting them up manually or looking for bulk import solutions, we’ve got you covered.

You’ll learn how Magento 2 handles related product relationships, how to structure your import files, and how to avoid common pitfalls during import and export operations. We’ll also show you how to automate related product management using the Improved Import & Export extension — the tool we recommend for scalable Magento product data handling.

Let’s dive into the world of related products Magento 2 store owners can’t afford to overlook.

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Shopify PHP Data Transformation on Import: Automate Price, Inventory, and Other Adjustments with Custom Scripts

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Managing data in Shopify can get tedious fast, especially when you’re dealing with bulk updates, vendor-supplied files, or inconsistent formatting. That’s where the new Data Transformation feature in the Improved Import & Export app for Shopify comes in. It lets you automate changes to your import data on the fly using simple, secure PHP scripts.

Whether you need to increase prices by 20%, normalize tag formatting, or adjust inventory levels based on specific rules, this new feature gives you full control, directly within the import process. Instead of manually editing spreadsheets or running post-import corrections, you can now apply logic at the source using a powerful $row scripting environment. And thanks to a strict PHP function whitelist, your transformations remain safe, stable, and lightning fast.

In this article, we’ll walk you through how Shopify data transformation works, which functions you can use, and real-world examples that make imports smarter, not harder. Continue Reading

Firebear Import & Export Tool for Shopify – Application Change Log

- Our extensions, Shopify

Dive into the evolution of the Import & Export Tool for Shopify as it progresses through different versions. From its humble beginnings as a basic solution with import and export profiles and simple mapping in version 1.0.0, the tool has evolved into a feature-rich data transfer powerhouse. Now, it goes beyond the basics, offering advanced features like import and export automation, 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 range of other user-friendly functionalities.

With each new release, the app strengthens its capabilities, making it an even more valuable asset for users. To get a comprehensive look at the module’s growth and explore its latest features, take a closer look at the detailed overview provided below.

Application Manual | Shopify Store

1.0.44 (released 25.07.25)

Features

Data Transformation. The app supports data transformation via PHP scripting, allowing you to modify each imported row dynamically, directly during the import process. With this feature, you can apply changes to product data on the fly using Shopify PHP functions. Continue Reading

Firebear Import & Export Tool for Shopify User Manual

- Our extensions, Shopify

The Firebear Import & Export Tool is a Shopify app that makes data management for your online store easy and efficient. With this tool, you can seamlessly import and export a variety of entities, including products, customers, orders, and more, ensuring smooth data flow in and out of your e-commerce website. The app lets you create schedules to automate import and export processes. You can work with various file formats, such as CSV, XML, and XLSX, simplifying the data import process. Additionally, the tool allows integration with Google Sheets and Google Drive. And it is possible to map columns from third-party files to properties within your store to incorporate custom data in your updates. These are just a few of the benefits that surpass the standard import and export tools of Shopify. Let’s see how our extension works and what features it offers.

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Magento B2B Quote Explained: How to Import, Export & Manage Negotiable Quotes in Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Managing Magento B2B quote data doesn’t have to be a manual nightmare. Whether you’re migrating to a new B2B store or integrating with a third-party platform, handling Magento 2 quotes can quickly become time-consuming, especially since the default Magento tools don’t support importing or exporting negotiable quotes. That’s where most store owners hit a wall.

But what if you could automate the entire process of transferring Magento B2B quotes with just a few clicks?

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the most efficient way to import and export Magento 2 B2B quotes, saving hours of manual work and ensuring data accuracy. We’ll start with what negotiable quotes are and how the quote workflow operates in Magento 2. Then, we’ll dive into how to structure your import files, streamline your export process, and unlock the full potential of Magento quote management.

Let’s simplify your Magento quote operations, starting now.

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B2B add-on of Improved Import & Export Extension Change Log

- Magento 2, Our extensions

The B2B add-on is an additional module that works with the Improved Import and Export extension for Magento 2. It allows you to import and export Magento 2 Commerce Entities, such as companies, shared catalogs, andimproved import and export - Magento 2 extension others.

Add-on Manual | Sample Files

B2B add-on of Improved Import & Export for Magento 2

1.3.8 (released 28.07.2025)

Features:

  • Added support for Adobe Commerce 2.4.8
  • Added support for Adobe Commerce B2B 1.5.2
  • Enabled import of empty values using the __EMPTY__VALUE__ constant
  • Now sends “assign role” email to customers when importing company roles
  • Products can now be assigned to shared catalogs during product import via the new shared_catalog column (comma-separated catalog names supported)
  • Added support for the new company_id column when importing the company structure

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

- Magento 2, Our extensions
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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 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, 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

3.8.8 (released 28.07.2025)

It’s been a while since our last major release, but we’re excited to announce a new version with full support for the latest Magento 2 and PHP. We remain committed to actively developing the Improved Import extension to meet the evolving needs of the Magento ecosystem and community. You can count on ongoing updates and top-quality support. Continue Reading

How to Use B2B Shared Catalogs in Magento 2: Full Guide with Import & Export Tips

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

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Shared catalog Magento 2 functionality is one of Adobe Commerce’s most powerful B2B tools — and yet, it’s often underutilized. In this guide, we break down everything you need to know about shared catalogs in Magento 2: what they are, how they work, and why they matter for your B2B pricing strategy. You’ll discover how to create a shared catalog in Magento 2, what makes them different from standard catalogs, and, most importantly, how to mass import products to shared catalogs and export them efficiently.

While Magento 2 provides built-in tools to manage shared catalogs, true flexibility only comes with advanced solutions like the Improved Import & Export extension with the B2B Add-on. Whether you’re syncing thousands of SKUs or tailoring catalogs for different customer segments, this article will show you how to streamline your workflow and avoid common pitfalls.

If you’re serious about making the most of Magento B2B shared catalog capabilities, you’re in the right place. Let’s start with the basics — what is a shared catalog in Magento 2, and how can it transform your commerce strategy?

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Magento 2 B2B Requisition List Guide: Management, Optimization, Import & Export Explained

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento 2 B2B requisition list functionality is a game-changer for streamlining repeat orders and simplifying bulk purchasing. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about requisition lists in Magento B2B: what they are, how they work, and most importantly — how to import and export requisition list data efficiently.

Although the feature is exclusively available in Adobe Commerce with the B2B module, Magento’s native tools don’t support B2B entity transfers out of the box. That’s why we’ll show you how to use a powerful third-party extension to handle Magento 2 requisition list imports using properly structured CSV files. Below, you will discover a ready-to-use sample CSV and a detailed breakdown of all supported attributes to help you avoid errors and speed up implementation.

Whether you’re just getting started with Magento requisition lists or looking to automate the process, this article will guide you step by step — from setup to bulk data transfers.
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Magento 2 B2B Company Explained: A Complete Guide to Setup, Structure, Management & Import

- Magento 2

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Migrating a Magento 2 B2B store or managing company data across multiple websites can quickly become a challenge, especially when the default Magento tools fall short. By default, Magento 2 doesn’t support importing or exporting B2B companies, nor does it allow syncing Magento 2 company structures between installations. That means you’re often left recreating each B2B company account manually — a tedious and error-prone process.

But what if there was a faster, more reliable way to import Magento 2 B2B companies, including their structure, roles, and credit settings?

In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about working with Magento 2 company accounts. You’ll learn what a B2B company is in Magento, how its structure works, and how to import key elements — from company roles to company credit — using CSV files. Whether you’re migrating an existing store or managing company data at scale, this tutorial will show you how to simplify the process with powerful import tools.. Continue Reading