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How to Get Started with StoreRobo Import Export Suite?

Last updated on April 24, 2026

The StoreRobo Import Export Suite helps you bulk import, export, and update Shopify store data such as Products, Orders, Customers, Collections, Discounts, and Metaobjects using CSV files. It enables store owners to manage large volumes of data efficiently by reducing manual effort and ensuring accurate handling of data across import, export, and update operations.

Export Shopify Data

Step 1: Choose an Export Template

From your Shopify admin, open the StoreRobo app.

Go to Export and select a template format based on your requirement, for example:

  • Shopify CSV
  • Google Shopping Feed
Select an export template in StoreRobo export options.
Select an export template such as Shopify CSV

Step 2: Select Export Data Type

Choose the data type you want to export, such as:

  • Products
  • Customers
  • Orders
  • Discounts
  • Custom Collections
  • Smart Collections
  • Metaobjects
  • Metaobject Definitions
Select a data type to export
Select a data type for export

Step 3: Configure Export Filters

You can refine the export by applying filters such as:

  • Created Date
  • Updated Date
  • ID
  • Status

This helps export only the required records instead of the entire store data.

Apply export filters for StoreRobo export
Apply filters before exporting Shopify data

Step 4: Export the File

Click Export.

Final step to export Shopify data.
Click Export to generate and download the selected Shopify data

The exported file will be generated and available for download from the app.

ⓘ If multiple data types are exported together, StoreRobo provides them as a ZIP file.

Step 5: Save or Schedule Export (Optional)

You can save the export configuration as a preset and:

  • Run it anytime manually
  • Schedule recurring exports
    Schedule storerobo exports

Once completed, you will receive an email notification.

Import Data into Shopify

Step 1: Prepare the CSV File

Before importing, ensure the CSV file is structured correctly.

Use the sample templates provided in the documentation:

Step 2: Upload the Import File

Go to Import in the StoreRobo app.

Upload your CSV using one of the supported methods:

  • File upload from your device
  • Public file URL
  • FTP server
  • WooCommerce store connection
Import options screen showing product filters and update settings.
Upload a CSV file and select the Shopify data type to import.

Step 3: Preview & Validate the File

Use the preview option to:

  • Confirm delimiter selection
  • Verify column structure
  • Detect formatting errors early

Step 4: Select Import Data Type

Choose what you are importing into Shopify, such as:

  • Products
  • Orders
  • Customers
  • Collections
  • Metaobjects
  • Discounts

Step 5: Map Fields

StoreRobo automatically maps CSV columns to Shopify fields when headers match.

Unmapped fields will remain blank.

To adjust mapping manually:

  • Click Import Template
  • Select the custom CSV column from the dropdown
Filter and map Shopify import data on StoreRobo
Configure import filters and update import options.

Step 6: Import Options & Scheduling

Under import options, you can choose actions such as:

  • Ignore ID while importing
  • Update existing entries
  • Skip duplicate records

You can run the import immediately or schedule recurring imports via FTP.

Click Import / Schedule to complete the process.

Once finished, you will receive an email confirmation.

Update Existing Shopify Data

StoreRobo allows bulk updating Shopify records using CSV files.

This is useful for updating:

  • Inventory
  • Pricing
  • Product content
  • Customer details
  • Metaobject fields

Step 1: Prepare Update CSV File

Create a CSV file containing only the fields you want to update.

Use the correct structure from the sample templates.

Step 2: Upload File Under Import

Go to Import and upload the CSV file.

Select the relevant data type (Products, Customers, etc.).

Select data type during Shopify import in StoreRobo.
Select the relevant data type when updating Shopify data via import.

Step 3: Enable Update Option

Under import settings, enable:

Update if products already exist in the store

Enable update existing products option in StoreRobo import settings.
Enable the update option to modify existing Shopify records.

This ensures StoreRobo updates matching Shopify records instead of creating duplicates.

Step 4: Run or Schedule Update

Click Import or schedule the update as a recurring job.

You will be notified by email once the update is complete.

Job Tracking & History

Scheduled Jobs

To view all upcoming or recurring import/export jobs:

Go to the Scheduled Jobs tab inside the app.

StoreRobo Scheduled Jobs page displaying import and export schedules.
View and manage scheduled import and export jobs in StoreRobo.

Log History

To review completed operations:

Go to Log History to:

  • Download exported files
  • View import reports
  • Check job status and errors
StoreRobo Log History page showing completed import and export jobs.
Access import and export logs from the Log History section.