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How to Import Customers & Customer Addresses to Magento 2

February 12, 2024 - Magento 2

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Today, we are going to talk about the Magento import of customers. It’s a routine process that requires a couple of preparation. You may use either the default Magento 2 import tool or a third-party importer to simplify this process. If you don’t know how to import customers to Magento 2, you’ve come to the right place. Below, we shed light on Magento 2 customer import.

There are three separate entities designed to simplify the import of customer data from external sources: Customers Main File, Customer Addresses, and Customers And Addresses. Below, we describe each one.

Your journey into the world of the Magento 2 customer data import starts with a sample CSV. We explain how to get a file with customers and addresses and describe the structure of the corresponding import table. Next, you will discover what Magento 2 customer attributes are used to import data to your website. The article focuses on attributes associated with the Customers Main File, Customer Addresses, and Customers and Addresses entities used in Magento 2. Besides, we explain attribute mapping for transferring customers from external platforms. So, let’s see how to import customers and customer addresses to Magento 2.

Magento 2 Color Swatches Guide: Definition, Configuration & Import

February 8, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2

Today, we are going to talk about Magento swatches – an important element of many configurable product pages. The lack of decent product content is what prevents ecommerce businesses from booming. However, you can always enrich your offer with the help of built-in tools, such as Magento 2 color swatches.

Below, we are going to describe what Magento color swatches are. After that, you will learn how to create color swatches in Magento 2. And, of course, there is a section dedicated to the import process. You will learn what attributes are used for Magento 2 swatches. Next, we explain how to compose a CSV with product information that incorporates color swatches. After that, you will master the Magento 2 color swatch import.

Magento 2 Categories Import & Export Guide

February 6, 2024 - 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!

Magento 2 B2B Features: How to Import & Export Companies, Requisition Lists, Shared Catalogs & Negotiable Quotes in Magento 2

February 1, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Today, we are going to introduce you to Magento B2B focussing on its import and export aspects. Adobe Commerce and its previous iterations, Magento 2 Commerce and Cloud, are equipped with a Magento B2B extension, which introduces companies, shared catalogs, and other features to Magento 2. If you run a B2B store, you are probably aware of that. If not, we will describe the Magento 2 B2B features below.

While the Magento 2 B2B extension is available by default, it is impossible to transfer the corresponding entities if you use the platform’s default instruments. When it comes to migration or import and export processes, Magento 2 offers quite limited options regarding the data you can get in and out. However, Firebear Studio provides the Improved Import and Export extension that lets you import and export every Magento 2 B2B entity, integrating your Magento 2 store with CRMs, ERPs, and other systems.

So, the plan for today looks as follows. Firstly, we are going to introduce you to Magento B2B: you will learn the core Magento 2 B2B entities and their unique peculiarities. Next, we tell a few words about the Improved Import & Export extension and its B2B add-on. The latter introduces the ability to transfer B2B data between Magento 2 and external systems. Next, you will find out how to work with the following Magento 2 B2B entities: companies, quotes, requisition lists, and shared catalogs. We describe how to import Magento 2 B2B company roles, shared catalogs, requisition lists, quotes/negotiable quotes, etc. There is also a chapter that sheds light on how to export Magento 2 B2B entities. However, it is relatively small because the B2B import processes are complex and require more in-depth preparations than the corresponding export processes.

Magento 1 to Magento 2 Migration with Improved Import and Export Extension

January 31, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 1 to Magento 2 Migration

The Magento 1 to Magento 2 migration is not an ordinary routine and using the standard data import/export tool is not the best possible option. So, how do you migrate Magento 1 to Magento 2? You will find the answer below. In this article, we focus on the core aspects of the Magento 1 to 2 migration. You will learn how to transfer the core entities between the two versions of the platform without sacrificing any data using the Improved Import & Export extension. This tool is perfectly suitable for data transfers between Magento 1 and 2 because it has a couple of advantages over the native importer and exporter. The extension simplifies the Magento migration from 1 to 2, leaving you with only mechanical tasks. Firstly, we will introduce you to the module. After that, you will find out how to export products from Magento 1 to Magento 2. Next, we focus on the customer migration from Magento 1 to 2. And, of course, you will learn how to migrate orders between Magento 1 and Magento 2. The article sheds light on such nuances as getting an export table with a corresponding entity out of Magento 1, preparing attributes for import, and transferring everything into your brand-new Magento 2 storefront.

The Complete Guide to Magento 2 Downloadable Product

January 29, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Let’s dive deep under the hood of the Magento 2 downloadable product. Below, we explore this e-commerce product type with all its nuances. You will learn what a downloadable product in Magento 2 is. Useful links to other product types defined are available, as well. Next, we explain how to create Magento downloadable products. It’s quite a user-friendly process, so everyone can easily master it. You will also learn, how downloadable products work on the storefront. And, of course, there is a guide to the Magento downloadable product import. So, let’s start our journey.

The Complete Guide to Magento 2 Bundle Product

January 25, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento 2 bundle product

Magento 2 delivers several types of complex products. While the Magento 2 configurable product is the first thing that comes to mind in this case, you may also leverage product bundles. The Magento 2 bundle product is designed to provide customers with an additional creativity level and exceptional freedom. With this product type, they can create their own item sets from the available options. While buying Magento 2 bundle products is intuitive and doesn’t differ much from other e-commerce purchases, managing them in the Magento 2 admin is a quite complex routine that needs additional elucidation.

In this guide, we show how to create bundle products in Magento 2 and how to import them to the Magento 2 catalog. The article guides you through the explanation of what the Magento bundle product is, focussing on various nuances of this item type. After that, the topic of the publication shifts to another vital aspect: the creation of a bundle product in Magento 2. The last section of this blog post is dedicated to the Magento 2 bundle product import. It describes specific attributes associated with bundle products and sheds light upon other nuances of transferring items of this type to your e-commerce website. Also, we provide a separate chapter that describes how to import bundle products to Magento 2 from Google Sheets.

The Complete Guide to Magento 2 Configurable Product

January 22, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2

What is a Magento 2 configurable product? Being an inevitable part of most e-commerce websites, it is a phenomenon that goes beyond the borders of simple Magento 2 products. In the following article, we explore what Magento 2 configurable products are. You will find out their unique characteristics and key management aspects. After that, we proceed to how to create a configurable product in Magento 2. There is also a chapter dedicated to the way configurable products work within your catalog. The Magento 2 configurable product import is another essential topic covered below. You will learn how to import configurable products using the default data transfer tools. After that, we will explore an alternative approach that adds multiple benefits, such as automation and mapping.

MageAnts Review: Magento 2 Extensions For Every Situation

October 19, 2023 - E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento is an excellent eCommerce platform that has been in use for many years. It is still current with new versions such as Magento 2. And the number of people who wish to create an online business on this platform is growing. And running a successful business requires a great deal of talent.

For this platform, for example, you must employ a variety of extensions. It may enhance your daily routine, simplify your job, and make your shop appear and function better. This is where platforms like MageAnts come in.

There are multiple platforms that create extensions for Magento 2, Shopify, and other eCommerce systems. However, not every plugin is excellent. That is why we will tell you about MageAnts.

Today, we’ll take a look at this platform, his extensions, and why you need them. You should have no more questions regarding “Should I use this platform or not?” after reading this post.

Let’s start.

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Amasty Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support for Magento 2

September 25, 2023 - E-Commerce, Magento 2

Owning an online store requires a lot of effort to keep track of all its metrics. You have to collect data and analyze it to see where you are going wrong and where you are doing well. It will lead you to success. You may accomplish this with a range of technologies, ranging from AI systems that can assist you in collecting consumer information to basic Google Analytics.

And, to make it easier for you to interact with Google Analytics in your Magento 2 store, Amasty has created a new plugin. Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support was intended for individuals who want a more seamless usage of analytics in their shop.

Today, we’ll go through this plugin, look at its features, costs, and try to answer the question, “Why do I need this one?” Let’s get started.

Amasty Google Analytics 4 with GTM Support for Magento 2