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What Is CSV File in WooCommerce?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 3:03 pm

A CSV file, which is short for “comma-separated values”, is a type of text file that contains data that is separated by commas. It is a very common type of file used in many different applications, and is often used to transfer data from one program to another.

For example, you might have a list of customers in a CSV file that you want to import into your WooCommerce store.

There are two ways to import data from a CSV file into WooCommerce:

  • Upload the file directly into the WordPress admin area
  • Use the WooCommerce CSV Import Suite extension

If you choose to upload the CSV file directly, you’ll need to go to WooCommerce > System Status > Tools and use the “Import products” tool. This tool will walk you through the process of importing your products from a CSV file. You’ll need to have your CSV file ready, and it should be in a UTF-8 encoded format.

If you choose to use the WooCommerce CSV Import Suite extension, you’ll need to purchase and install the extension first. Once it’s installed and activated, you’ll find a new menu item called “CSV Import Suite” under “WooCommerce”. From there, you can follow the instructions on how to import your products from a CSV file.

Conclusion:

A CSV file is a very common type of text file that contains data that is separated by commas. It is often used to transfer data from one program to another. In WooCommerce, you can import products from a CSV file using either the built-in tool or the WooCommerce CSV Import Suite extension.

PRO TIP: When exporting or importing products in WooCommerce, you may come across the term “CSV”. CSV stands for “comma-separated values”, and is a simple text file format that is used to store data in a tabular format.

A CSV file can be created and edited in a text editor, such as Microsoft Notepad or Apple TextEdit. However, it is more commonly opened and edited in spreadsheet programs, such as Microsoft Excel or Apple Numbers.

When exporting products from WooCommerce, the exported file will be in CSV format. This file can then be imported into another WooCommerce store, or into a different eCommerce platform altogether.

It’s important to note that a CSV file cannot be directly imported into a WordPress site – it must first be converted to an XML file, which can then be imported using the WordPress importer tool.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.