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How to Import Metafields in Shopify: A Complete Guide

- Shopify

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Looking to import metafields in Shopify but not sure where to start? Shopify’s default import tools don’t support metafield imports, making bulk updating custom data tricky. But don’t worry — there’s a way to do it efficiently.

Shopify metafields introduce a very useful functionality to the platform. They allow you to store extra product details, shipping parameters, customer data, and more, giving your store greater flexibility. However, since Shopify import metafields isn’t natively supported via CSV, you’ll need the right approach to import them successfully.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about importing metafields in Shopify — from understanding the correct metafield format to implementing a seamless import process. Whether you want to update product attributes, add structured data, or clear metafields, this step-by-step tutorial has got you covered.

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How to Fulfill Dropshipping Orders on Shopify When Your Supplier Has No Integration

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How to fulfill dropshipping orders on Shopify? It is easy if your supplier integrates with the platform. With the right app (check our digest of Shopify fulfillment services), orders are automatically forwarded, tracking details sync instantly, and fulfillment happens with zero effort. But what if your supplier doesn’t support Shopify integration?

That’s when things get tricky. Manual fulfillment means downloading CSV files, emailing order details, and updating tracking numbers by hand — a time-consuming process that doesn’t scale well. Fortunately, automation can bridge the gap, even for suppliers without direct Shopify integration.

This guide will walk you through two ways to fulfill dropshipping orders on Shopify: Automated fulfillment for integrated suppliers and streamlined manual fulfillment using the Firebear Import & Export Tool for Shopify. You’ll learn how to automatically export orders to your supplier in their preferred format, map order data fields to match supplier requirements, and bulk import tracking details to update order statuses in Shopify.

By the end, you’ll have a fully optimized fulfillment workflow, ensuring fast processing, minimal errors, and scalability — even if your supplier doesn’t integrate with Shopify. Let’s get started! Continue Reading

Shopify Order Tracking: How to Configure, Automate & Optimize the Post-Purchase Experience

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Shopify order tracking is more than just a convenience — it’s a necessity for modern e-commerce. Customers expect real-time updates, clear shipping details, and a seamless post-purchase experience. Without an efficient tracking system, support teams are overwhelmed with “Where is my order?” inquiries, and customer satisfaction drops.

Shopify’s built-in tracking tools, combined with third-party apps and automation solutions, help merchants streamline fulfillment, minimize errors, and build trust. Whether you’re managing order tracking manually, looking to automate updates, or optimizing your store’s fulfillment process, this guide covers everything you need to know.

This guide covers everything from how Shopify’s built-in tracking system works — for both customers and admins — to the benefits of automating order tracking with apps and bulk import tools. We explore the step-by-step process of manually adding tracking numbers, the challenges of scaling fulfillment operations, and how automation tools like Firebear’s Import & Export Tool can simplify bulk data imports. Additionally, you will find a curated list of top Shopify order tracking apps to further streamline the tracking experience. Continue Reading

AI Revolution in Shopify Imports: Smarter, Faster, Better

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In e-commerce, managing data efficiently is the key to staying ahead. Whether you’re adding new products, migrating from another platform, or updating inventory, the process needs to be quick, accurate, and seamless. Shopify’s default import tool offers basic functionality, but for growing businesses, it often falls short. What happens when your CSV file has errors, or you need to import data from another system? These limitations can slow you down, waste time, and lead to frustration.

That’s where AI-powered imports come in. Imagine a tool that doesn’t just process your data but understands it — detecting errors, mapping fields intelligently, and automating repetitive tasks. Meet the Firebear Import & Export Tool. It can help you save time, reduce errors, and scale your store effortlessly.

This article will show you how AI transforms Shopify imports into a faster, smarter, and more efficient process. Ready to revolutionize your data management? Let’s dive in and explore the possibilities. Continue Reading

Magento 2 Categories Import & Export Guide

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Today, we are going to talk about Magento 2 categories import and export. Unfortunately, the platform doesn’t let you import and export categories by default. Although its capabilities associated with data transfers are fairly limited, you can address the existing issues with Improved Import & Export. This extension provides the ability to import and export categories to Magento 2.

In the following article, we shed light on how to transfer an existing category tree to/from your e-commerce website using the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension. After describing the Magento 2 category export, we peruse a sample category CSV file. Then, our attention is focused on specific Magento 2 category attributes: we explore use cases and attribute mapping to let you transfer categories to Magento 2 from any external platform. Next, there is a detailed step-by-step guide that depicts Magento 2 categories import. Also, you will find out how to import product positions in categories (a part of the Visual Merchandiser functionality of Magento 2) and import Magento 2 categories per different store views. Let’s go!

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Mastering Magento 2 Custom Options: A Step-by-Step Guide to Product Customizable Options

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Magento 2 custom options offer a flexible way to enrich product listings, allowing businesses to tailor their offerings with ease and enhance the shopping experience. Customizable options (another term used to define this product feature) introduce extra settings for simple, downloadable, and virtual products in Magento 2 to enable the creation of product variations. Although Magento 2 products with custom options resemble configurable products, they are a unique system element with multiple nuances that we explore throughout the following text. 

In this guide, we’ll dive into the essentials of Magento 2 customizable options, from understanding their types and adding them to your product pages, to leveraging their potential on your storefront. Learn the key differences between customizable options and configurable products in Magento 2, and discover how to effectively enhance them for a seamless, customized shopping experience. You will also find a chapter about Magento 2 custom options import. Let’s explore how to make the most of Magento 2’s product customization features for a storefront that truly stands out.

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Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions app for Shopware 6 user manual

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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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Introducing New Shopware 6 Feature: Data Transformation – Script Editor for Row Modification During Import

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We are thrilled to introduce you to a new feature of our Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions App for Shopware 6 – Data Transformation. The new feature introduces a script editor window available at the first step of the import process. This editor allows customers to write and apply scripts to modify rows of imported files directly. In other words, it is possible to edit attribute values with the help of a custom script. Let’s elaborate. Continue Reading

How to Import Reviews from AliExpress to Shopify: Best Tools, Step-by-Step Guide & Management Typs

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How to Import Reviews from AliExpress to Shopify

Importing reviews from AliExpress to Shopify is a powerful strategy for enhancing your store’s credibility and increasing sales. Your business may require it in several cases. Firstly, you may need to do that with a dropshipping model that requires importing products from AliExpress to Shopify. Along with products, you may also need to transfer customer reviews to a new place as a part of your marketing strategy. Secondly, you create an independent e-commerce website using Shopify and want to sync it with your AliExpress outlet. Importing the existing AliExpress reviews is also a good idea since they play a vital role in influencing potential customers’ buying decisions. 

This guide will walk you through the steps to import reviews from AliExpress to Shopify, ensuring you can leverage social proof to boost your e-commerce business. We’ll explore why importing reviews is beneficial, how to choose the right tools, and how to import reviews from AliExpress to Shopify in a step-by-step process. Continue Reading

How to Import Etsy Reviews to Shopify Step-by-Step Guide

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Expanding an Etsy store to a fully featured e-commerce website on Shopify is an exciting step for any business owner. Of course, you will want to keep all the data of the old e-commerce storefront by copying it to the new platform. One critical aspect of this transition is ensuring that your hard-earned Etsy reviews are imported into your new Shopify website. Below, we explain, why importing Etsy reviews to Shopify is important. 

Next, this guide explains how to import Etsy reviews to Shopify in three intuitive steps. First, we present two different ways of exporting product reviews from Etsy. After that, the article focuses on Shopify’s reference CSV file with product review data. You will need to edit your Etsy reviews according to it. The last chapter explains the import methodology on the Shopify side.  If you are not sure what platform to choose, check our Shopify vs. Etsy Fees comparison.  Continue Reading