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Advanced Shopify Export: How to Export XML Files from Shopify

- Our extensions, Shopify

In this article, we continue our journey to the realm of Shopify and file formats. When it comes to different file types that can carry your data updates, Shopify’s preferences are fairly limited: CSV or CSV. You are bound to this format and its modification in the case of both import and export processes. But what if your data updates are stored in XML format? We’ve already described what to do in our Shopify XML Import guide. But what if you need to produce an export output from your e-commerce website in XML? Well, if you decide to go with the standard seat of tools, it is necessary to perform lots of manual transformations, converting the standard CSV files into XML. This process is notorious for its inefficiency and time consumption. However, there is a more streamlined solution introduced by our Import & Export Tool for Shopify. This application supports not only CSV imports and exports but also a bunch of other file formats, including XML. You will learn how to export XML files from Shopify. We compare the difficulties of the default Shopify XML exports to a more advanced and automated procedure. Yet, before we embark on this enlightening journey, let us first delve into the nuanced disparities between CSV and XML. For further information on how to improve your e-commerce routine, follow our Shopify Cookbook. So, how to export XML from Shopify? Let’s see! Continue Reading

Advanced Shopify Import: Shopify XML Import

- Our extensions, Shopify

When it comes to multiple file types that can carry your data updates, Shopify presents a singular demand: the use of CSV files for both import and export processes. But you can easily run Shopify XML import with the help of proper tools. With the default instruments, however, you a bound to lots of manual transformations, converting XML into CSV – a process notorious for its inefficiency and time consumption. Thankfully, a more streamlined approach is introduced in the Firebear Import & Export Tool for Shopify. This application supports not only CSV imports and exports but also a bunch of other file formats so that you can easily import XML into Shopify.

In this guide, we shall unravel the intricacies of importing XML files into Shopify. You will face the difficulties of the default import of XML into Shopify, comparing this process with a more advanced and automated procedure. Yet, before we embark on this enlightening journey, let us first delve into the nuanced disparities between CSV and XML. For further information on how to improve your e-commerce routine, follow our Shopify Cookbook which stands ready with a trove of valuable insights. So, how to import XML to Shopify? Let’s see! Continue Reading

Unlocking Shopware 6’s XML Export Potential: A Practical Guide

- Our extensions, Shopware

Regarding export file formats, Shopware’s options are somewhat limited since it primarily uses CSV files. But what if your partner specifically requests updates in XML format? The traditional approach involves converting CSV files into XML after exporting, which can be quite frustrating and time-consuming. Fortunately, there’s a more efficient method to update your partner’s system without the need for this conversion, and it’s facilitated by the Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions application for Shopware 6. This powerful tool offers comprehensive support for XML files in both import and export operations. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of exporting XML files from Shopware 6. However, before we delve into the details, let’s take a moment to understand the distinctions between CSV and XML formats. Don’t miss our Shopware 6 XML import guide and be sure to explore our Shopware 6 Cookbook for additional valuable recommendations. Continue Reading

How to Export XML Files From BigCommerce

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

When it comes to export file formats, your options are limited due to BigCommerce’s requirement for using CSV files. But what if your partner requires updates in XML? The only conventional method involves converting these files from CSV into XML after export, which can be quite frustrating. However, there’s a more efficient way to update your partner’s system without the need for this conversion, and it’s made possible through the Firebear Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce. This application offers comprehensive support for XML files in both import and export operations. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of exporting XML files to BigCommerce. But before we delve into that, let’s take a moment to understand the differences between CSV and XML. And don’t forget to explore our BigCommerce Cookbook for additional valuable recommendations. Continue Reading

How to Import XML Files to BigCommerce

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

Regarding file formats, you have only one choice in BigCommerce. The system necessitates the use of CSV files in import processes. But what if you have your updates in XML? There is only one way associated with converting such files to CSV and then initiating an import process, which is quite clunky and time-consuming. Fortunately, there’s a more efficient way to update your BigCommerce website without this conversion, introduced in the Firebear Import & Export Tool for BigCommerce. This application offers full support for XML files in BigCommerce for import and export operations. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of importing XML files into BigCommerce. Before we dive into that, let’s take a moment to understand the distinctions between CSV and XML. And remember to peruse our BigCommerce Cookbook for additional valuable recommendations. Continue Reading

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

- Magento 2, Our extensions
improved import and export - Magento 2 extension

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 each 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, and 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

3.8.6 (released 20.09.2023)

Features:

  • Log Files Management Automation. The latest version provides the ability to clear import/export log files automatically. Two options are available: “Clear import/export logs by cron” and “Days Saved in Log”. 
  • Developer Improvement. The “categoriesMapping” method is now public. 
  • Product Online Import. The extension does not disable products when the “product_online” field is empty in the import file.
  • Image Import. The following improvements to the image import process were introduced in 3.8.6:
    • A new product import option called “Keep original image name” is available. When enabled, it keeps the original image name when importing images by URL. 
    • Import images by URL when the URL contains a port number.
    • Import images by URL when the URL contains spaces.
  • Products not in Import List. The “Update Products that are not in the import list” feature now has the following new options:
    • Set products to “Out of stock” status
    • Set products qty to 0
    • Set products to “Out of stock” status and set products qty to 0
  • Google Drive Import. The extension now replaces the existing export file on Google Drive instead of creating a new file with a duplicated name.
  • Order Import. Support for one-line addresses when importing orders.

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How to Import XML Files to Shopware 6

- Our extensions, Shopware

By default, Shopware 6 requires CSV files to import data to your e-commerce website. But what if your update is available in an XML file? You need to convert it to CSV and then run an import procedure. However, there is a more convenient way to update your Shopware 6 website without this conversion. Meet the Improved Import, Export & Mass Actions application for Shopware 6. This extension fully supports XML files for both import and export processes. In the following article, you will learn how to import XML files to Shopware 6. But before going any further, let’s see what’s the difference between CSV and XML. And don’t forget to check our Shopware Cookbook for more useful recommendations.  Continue Reading

How to import XML to Magento 2

- Fire development, Magento 2

Magento 2 Development; Magento 2 tutorial

We all know that Magento 2 supports CSV import/export by default, but what if you need to transfer data via XML files? Although the default Magento 2 data import capabilities are enough for satisfying only basic data transfer demands, there is an opportunity to achieve the goal mentioned above. 

Since the system supports only the CSV standard, you need to convert your XML files to the supported file type. If you don’t want to do that, meet the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension. This module offers a more user-friendly solution for importing XML to Magento 2. With its help, you can move all the necessary information to your e-commerce store without converting it to CSV.

In the article below, we provide the description of how to import XML files using the default Magento 2 tools. Besides, you will find a step-by-step guide to Magento 2 XML import and export. More useful tips for Magento 2 users are gathered in our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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How to add a custom import adapter in Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Fire development, Magento 2

Magento 2 export CLI

StackExchange is always a good source of answers to all possible questions, including ones related to Magento 2. Therefore, we monitor the platform to provide you with the most useful solutions posted there. This time our attention is captured by Mir, who asks about a custom import adapter for Magento 2. The author of the question is not satisfied with the default import opportunities of the platform (and we know why), so let’s find out how to solve the current issue. Find more tips in our Cookbook. Continue Reading

How To Import Custom CSV / XML File Which You Can’t Modify To Magento 2

- Magento 2

Magento 2 Color Swatches Extension

Unfortunately, Magento 2 doesn’t let you import a custom CSV / XML file which cannot be modified. Furthermore, it doesn’t provide any opportunity to work with the XML format. So, if you even have an XML file that satisfies other requirements of the platform, you will never update your store data. Luckily, we know the right recipe, so it is no longer a problem to import a custom CSV / XML file which you can’t modify to Magento 2. Continue Reading