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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.

Want to go deeper? Don’t forget to explore our Shopware Cookbook for more expert guidance and practical tutorials. Continue Reading

Shopify Metafields Explained: How to Add, Manage & Import Them

- Shopify

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At first glance, Shopify may seem to have limited customization options for product pages, but in reality, it offers a powerful feature that allows merchants to go beyond default settings — Shopify metafields. This versatile tool enables you to store and display additional product information, making it easier to enhance product descriptions, create personalized shopping experiences, and streamline store management.

With Shopify product metafields, you can tailor product pages to meet specific needs, whether by adding size guides, technical specifications, ingredient lists, or custom messages. Instead of relying solely on Shopify’s standard fields, metafields provide a flexible way to enrich your storefront and improve the way customers interact with your products.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Shopify metafields — what they are, the different types available, and how to use them effectively. You’ll learn how to add metafields in Shopify step by step and how to efficiently import and export metafields to manage bulk product data effortlessly. By the end, you’ll know to leverage metafields for improved store customization and functionality fully.

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Magento to Shopify Migration – The Ultimate Guide

- Magento 2, Shopify

Magento 2 Shopify Migration

Out with the old, in with the new? This Magento to Shopify migration guide will help you decide on the right path and guide you through the transition process. But before diving in, let’s take a step back and look at the bigger picture.

Ah, Magento. It’s the “classic car” of the e-commerce world — customizable, flexible, and, for many businesses, a tried-and-true platform. But just like that classic car, it requires regular maintenance and a bit of TLC to keep it running. Shopify, on the other hand, is like that sleek, modern electric vehicle you’ve been eyeing — fast, smooth, and built for the future.

So why make the switch? Shopify is designed to eliminate the technical hassles that often come with Magento. It’s fully hosted, meaning Shopify takes care of the backend (hosting, security, server maintenance), so you don’t have to. This lets you focus on what you love — growing your store and connecting with customers. Shopify’s clean interface, powerful app ecosystem, and dedicated support team have made it a favorite among e-commerce business owners who want to scale without sweating the small stuff.

Migrating your store from Magento to Shopify can feel overwhelming, but you can make it happen smoothly and efficiently with the right tools and approach. That’s where Firebear’s Import & Export tool steps in to simplify the process, ensuring your data transfers without a hitch. Ready to make the leap? Let’s dive in. Continue Reading

Magento Inventory Management: A Complete Guide to Stock Optimization and Efficiency

- Magento 2

magento inventory management guide + import and export tips

Efficient Magento inventory management is crucial for e-commerce businesses aiming to maintain optimal stock levels, meet customer demand, and streamline operations. Although Magento offers a comprehensive suite of inventory management tools, it may not be enough.

Below, we explore the default inventory management of Magento 2. You will learn what general settings and per-product configurations can help you track stock, set reorder points, and manage multiple other options, all from a centralized admin panel.

If Magento’s inventory management is not enough, because you have a more complex stock system, no worries! We’ve also prepared something useful for you. In the corresponding section, you will learn how to integrate your e-commerce website with the most powerful ERP systems to push your inventory management to a completely new level. So, how to manage Magento inventory? You will find the answer below. Continue Reading

Firebear Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce – Application Change Log

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

bigcommerce import & export tool user manual

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

Advanced Shopify Import: Gift Cards

- Our extensions, Shopify

Shopify import gift cards explained

In the following article, you will master the Shopify import of gift cards. First, we explain how to transfer gift card products to your e-commerce website. If you need to move multiple gift cards to your storefront, consider a bulk transfer a suitable option. You will mass import gift cards to Shopify within just a few clicks.

After that, we focus on another aspect – the transfer of actual Shopify gift cards. What’s the difference between a gift card and a gift card product? You will also find the answer below. So, let’s go get Shopify gift cards imported. Continue Reading

Shopify FTP Upload: How to Sync Data From FTP to Shopify

- Our extensions, Shopify

Shopify FTP

Today, we’ll delve into the process of importing files into your Shopify store using FTP (File Transfer Protocol). This approach allows you to seamlessly transfer data from a remote server, providing a more efficient alternative to manual file uploads. To streamline your update procedures, Shopify FTP import offers a superior solution. To achieve this, you’ll require the Firebear Import & Export Tool, which will supersede the standard Shopify data transfer method and unlock previously unavailable features.

In the forthcoming guide, you will learn how to send FTP files to Shopify. We explain what FTP is, briefly describe the standard Shopify import, and then proceed to the Shopify FTP upload, including its benefits and implementation. Be sure to explore our Shopify Cookbook for additional valuable insights and tips to enhance your Shopify experience. Continue Reading

How to Export Shopify Products to Etsy

- Our extensions, Shopify

how to export shopify products to Etsy

The following article explains how to export Shopify products to Etsy. While both systems offer import and export instruments that support basic data transfers, it is still impossible to establish a direct connection between them. We, however, know a hassle-free approach to the Shopify Etsy integration. Below, you will learn how to sync product data between Shopify and Etsy in just a few clicks. 

First of all, you need to export products from Shopify. We use the Import & Export Tool because it not only creates a file with your product feed in multiple formats suitable for third parties but also lets you automate the mapping of Shopify product data to Etsy listing fields. 

Next, we focus on the import side of the Etsy Shopify integration. While it is true that Etsy does not allow spreadsheet bulk imports via admin, we use Easy Listing Uploader to provide the update. Let’s describe each part of the integration in more detail to master the export of Shopify products to Etsy. If you are not sure what platform to choose, check our Shopify vs. Etsy Fees comparison.  Continue Reading

How to Export Orders from Shopify Automatically

- Our extensions, Shopify

shopify export orders automatically

Welcome to our guide to Shopify order export automation. Below, we briefly explain the platform’s default order export routine and then proceed to a more advanced approach that adds automation, mapping, and other benefits absent in default data transfers. 

Automating the export of order data from Shopify can improve your daily duties and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of your order management efforts. Eliminating the need for manual data entry will help you save time and reduce human error. At the same time, scheduled export processes will provide all the connected systems with near-real-time updates.

In this article, you will learn how to export orders automatically in Shopify. Furthermore, we explain how to export the latest orders, transfer your information straight to a receiving party, and modify order data when you transfer it from your store. These features will help you seamlessly integrate your e-commerce website with ERP, accounting, shipping, and fulfillment systems, streamlining the entire order fulfillment cycle.

Can Shopify export orders automatically? Let’s look at the default order export to find the answer.  Continue Reading