Importing Product Data: A Step-by-Step Guide
Last updated July 23, 2024
Building a comprehensive product catalog in Akeneo is easier than ever with the powerful data import feature. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough to efficiently import your product data and get it ready for use in Akeneo.
Importing Your Product Data:
- Prepare Your Data:
- Choose a Format: Akeneo supports various data formats like CSV, XML, and Excel. Pick the format that best suits your existing data.
- Organize Your Data: Ensure your data is organized into columns (attributes) and rows (products).
- Follow Akeneo's Guidelines: Download the Akeneo data import template (available in the platform) which outlines the required attributes and their formats.
- Access the Import Feature: Navigate to the "Products" section in Akeneo and click on "Import/Export".
- Select Your Data Source: Choose the data source you want to import from (e.g., local file or a URL).
- Map the Attributes: Akeneo will automatically detect your data columns but you need to manually map these columns to the corresponding Akeneo attributes.
- Review and Import: Carefully review the data and mapping to ensure accuracy. Once you're ready, click "Import" to start the process.
- Monitor the Process: You'll see a progress bar showing the status of the import. Akeneo will notify you upon completion.
- Validate and Review: After the import, review your imported data to ensure accuracy and consistency. You might need to make adjustments or clean up any data errors.
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