Adding Products Manually
Adding products one by one gives you complete control over each listing.
Step 1: Product Basics
Product Title
- Use descriptive, keyword-rich titles
- Include brand name, product type, and key features
- Maximum 150 characters
- Example: "Nike Air Max 270 Running Shoes - Men Size 10 - Black/White"
Product Description
- Write 200-1000 words
- Include features, benefits, and specifications
- Use formatting (bullet points, headers)
- Add sizing or measurement information
- Include care instructions if applicable
Step 2: Images
Image Requirements:
- Minimum size: 1000x1000 pixels
- Recommended: 2000x2000 pixels
- White or transparent background preferred
- Up to 10 images per product
- Show product from multiple angles
- Include lifestyle/context images
- Show size/scale reference
Image Tips:
- Use natural lighting
- Show the product in use
- Include close-ups of details
- Keep file size under 5MB
Step 3: Pricing & Inventory
Pricing
- Regular price (required)
- Sale price (optional - shown as discounted)
- Compare-at price (for showing discounts)
- Cost (for your profit calculations - not shown to customers)
Inventory
- SKU (stock keeping unit) - your internal code
- Barcode/ISBN/UPC (if applicable)
- Quantity in stock
- Track inventory (yes/no)
- Allow backorders (yes/no)
Step 4: Variants
If your product comes in different options:
- Size
- Color
- Material
- Style
Each variant can have its own price, SKU, and inventory count.
Step 5: Organization
- Product type: Category of product
- Vendor: Your shop name
- Collections/Categories: Group related products
- Tags: Keywords for search (up to 13 tags)
Step 6: Shipping
- Product weight and dimensions
- Shipping class (if applicable)
- Whether product requires special handling
Review and Publish
Always preview your product before publishing to ensure everything looks correct.
Product Optimization Checklist
[x] High-quality main image
[x] Clear, descriptive title
[x] Detailed description with keywords
[x] Accurate pricing
[x] Correct inventory count
[x] Proper categorization
[x] Shipping information set
[x] SEO-friendly tags
[x] Mobile-friendly preview