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Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Extensions -> Integrations

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Magento 2 integrations backend

Magento 2 provides the ability to call its web APIs to enable third-party integrations. Although this process is quite sophisticated, it allows much broader possibilities than the platform delivers out of the box. By default, the Magento APIs currently work with accounting, ERP, CRM, PIM, and marketing automation systems. However, you need to be experienced in PHP and understand what’s going on under the hood of Magento. The knowledge of REST and SOAP web APIs, web API authentication, and OAuth-based authentication is mandatory. In the following article, we expand the understanding of how to create an integration in Magento 2, describe the System -> Extensions -> Integrations section of the Magento 2 backend, and provide a more user-friendly solution for synchronizing your Magento 2 website with any external platform. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Scheduled Import/Export

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento 2 scheduled import export

Magento 2 ostensibly lets you run scheduled imports and exports. However, you need a large budget to be able to leverage this feature. Although it is added for free and available by default, the problem is that you can only harness it with the Commerce edition, which is extremely expensive. How to automate daily import/export chores if you are a Magento 2 Open Source merchant? You will find the answer below. Besides, we provide several arguments in favor of using a third-party data transfer solution on Magento 2 Commerce. Let’s continue our exploration of the Magento 2 backend. This time, our attention is captured by the Scheduled Imports/Exports screen. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Import/Export Tax Rates

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

magento 2 tax rates import export

Tax rate management in Magento 2 is quite a straightforward process if you conduct business locally. However, when you expand and start operating in several states with different legislation, not to mention international operations, manual tax rates entering becomes hugely time-consuming. What alternative opportunity does Magento 2 offer? By default, the platform has a separate screen where you can import all the necessary tax rates, preliminarily downloading them by ZIP code. In the following material, we explore how to transfer a set of tax rates back and forth and talk about an alternative solution.  Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Currency Rates & Symbols

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

With Magento 2, you have a perfect opportunity to get a status of an international e-commerce business since the platform enables you to accept currencies from all over the globe – from more than two hundred countries to be specific. When you decide to follow this path, the platform displays a Currency Chooser in the header right after you update your currency rates. Below, we describe how to configure the corresponding options of the Magento 2 backend as well as shed light on how to set up the currency rate settings to avoid profit loss caused by rate fluctuations. Besides, you will learn how to use and customize currency symbols properly. They are displayed in product prices as well as sales documents. Also, we discuss import and export processes that affect Magento 2 currency rates and symbols. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Stores/Inventory

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

magento 2 sources stocks

Below, we explore Sources and Stocks screens of the Inventory section situated in the Magento 2 admin. The article continues our series dedicated to the backend section of our favorite e-commerce platform. It describes how to manage Sources and Stocks. Besides, you will find out how to import and export source and stock data related to both screens. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Stores/Settings

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

magento 2 backend stores settings

In the article below, we explore the possibilities of the Settings subsection situated under the Stores section of the Magento 2 admin. This area consists of four different screens: All Stores, Configuration, Terms and Conditions, and Order Status. Let’s explore each one to discover more details of hidden possibilities dug deep in your Magento 2 website. We also throw daylight upon how to import/export store data to/from your e-commerce website. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: dotdigital Engagement Cloud

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

magento 2 dotdigital engagement cloud

Magento 2 provides a potent built-in tool aimed at professional, personalized communications and in-depth analysis. Meet dotdigital Engagement Cloud gives – a third-party solution that is seamlessly integrated into your e-commerce storefront. In the following article, we shed light on its basic functionality. You can find more admin screens described in this blog post: Magento 2 Commerce In-Depth Review. Also, check what’s the difference between Magento editions and how to close this gap: Magento 2 Editions Compared. Continue Reading

Exploring Magento 2 Backend: Rewards and Loyalty

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento 2 rewards and loyalty

In the following article, we dive deep under the hood of Magento 2 to describe another Commerce-only feature. This time, the blog post below is dedicated to rewards and loyalty tools built into the platform. With the Magento’s reward points system, you can develop and apply flexible programs to drive customer engagement and promote loyalty. The platform offers numerous instruments as well as supports a broad palette of activities to award customers. As a store administrator, you get the ability to control the point exchange rate, balance, and expiration, while clients can redeem points toward purchases. Let’s see how to work with Magento 2 rewards and loyalty instruments. You can find other Magento 2 admin sections explored here: Magento 2 Commerce In-Depth Review. Also, check our review of Commerce-specific features and comparison of Magento 2 editions.  Continue Reading

Magento 2 Backend Exploration: Gift Registries

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

magento 2 gift registry

With Magento 2, you can provide your customers with the ability to create gift registries for special occasions. As in the case of third-party alternatives that exist for a while, the default tool lets registered buyers invite their friends to buy gift registry items. As a Magento administrator, you can monitor all purchased items and their remaining quantities. Below, we shed light on this tool, describing how to configure it from the backend. You can find more articles exploring Magento 2 admin here: Magento 2 Commerce In-Depth Review. Note that Magento 2 gift registries are available along with other Commerce-specific features. Check our comparison of Magento 2 editions to find the difference between versions of the platform. Continue Reading