Import products

Restricted Feature

The Import products feature is currently feature flagged. Learn more here.

You can create products and variants in bulk using Nautical's import tools. These import tools are built using Google Sheets and use the input to migrate data into Nautical in bulk. Contact your Nautical Program Manager for access to import tools.

Preparing data for import

Each system has a different data structure. When migrating data from another system, you must prepare your data by reformatting it to match Nautical's data structure. This is a good opportunity to audit and clean up your product catalog.

CSV imports

Nautical’s dashboard lets you import spreadsheets of products and variants built using Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, or any similar spreadsheet tool. These spreadsheets must be in the CSV file format.

To import products via the dashboard, use the following steps:

1. Navigate to Products -> Listings.

2. Select Import.

3. Select Choose in the CSV option.

4. Select Import Products to pick a CSV file from your computer.

5. Select Continue.

6. Map your product attributes to match the columns you have in your CSV file. The image below shows a generic mapping pattern:

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   To make an attribute optional, navigate to Products -> Settings -> Attributes, select the attribute, and switch off the Value required toggle.

   

7. When you are done mapping, select Next. The products will be imported successfully to your dashboard via the process shown in the video snippet below:

8. Navigate to the Products -> Listings section in the dashboard to see details of the products imported from the CSV file.

Connect to Shopify

Allowing sellers to connect their Shopify store to Nautical can be an efficient way for them to manage their product catalog across multiple platforms. This enables sellers to manage their products in one location while still reaching buyers through their own store and the Nautical marketplace.

To learn more, see the Shopify topic.