How to Bulk Edit Inventory Quantity on Shopify (Step by Step Guide)

If you're also optimizing your Shopify store setup, such as how your product availability shows when items go out of stock, check out our guide on How to Mark Product Sold Out in Shopify.

Method 1: Using Shopify Admin

This is the fastest and most reliable way to edit quantities in bulk. Follow these steps to edit quantities in bulk using the Shopify Admin.

Step 1: Navigate to Shopify Admin > Products > Inventory.

Step 2: Select the products and click on the Bulk edit button.

Step 3: Add columns based on the locations available. 

Step 4: Change the quantity for the product you want and click the save button.

If you also want to adjust whether products are considered physical or not, here’s a helpful resource: Change All Products to Physical Products (Shopify Safe Methods)

Method 3: Using a CSV File

If your store has hundreds or thousands of products, then bulk editing using Shopify Admin can be time-consuming as well. Instead, you can export products from your Shopify Store in CSV format and change quantities in an Excel file, and import them back to Shopify with the updated quantities. Follow these steps to edit quantity in bulk using the CSV file.

Step 1: Navigate to Shopify Admin > Products.

Step 2: Click on the Export button.

Step 3: Choose the All products or current page, select the file format, and click the Export Products button.

Step 4: The Product CSV file will be sent to your email. Download it from there and make the changes using the Excel bulk editor.

Step 5: Save the file and navigate to Shopify Admin > Products.

Step 6: Click on the Import button.

Step 7: Choose the CSV file option and click on the Next button.

Step 8: Upload your updated file and click on the Update and Preview button.

Step 9: After previewing the changes, click on the Import Products button. 

Method 4: Install Shopify Apps

If you are looking for more advanced automation, you can install an app from the Shopify App Store and integrate it with your Shopify Store for regular updates. Follow these steps to Bulk Edit quantities using the Shopify Apps.

Step 1: Navigate to Shopify Admin > Apps.

Step 2: Click on the App and Sales Channel button.

Step 3: Visit the Shopify App Store.

Step 4: Search for the app, such as QuickEdit: Bulk Product Edit.

Step 5: Install the App.

Step 6: Reconfirm the installation process from the Shopify Admin.

Step 7: Click on the Create task button.

Step 8: Add the task title, choose the task type, and set the condition, if any.

Step 9: Add actions here. At least one action is required.

Step 10: Set the quantity based on the conditions. Location is required. You must choose the location from the locations available in your Shopify Store.

Step 11: Click on the Create task button after completing the setup.

Step 12: Click on the Run bulk edit button.

Step 13: It will automatically update the inventory.

Some of the popular apps are listed below:

• Hextom: Bulk Product Edit
• QuickEdit: Bulk Product Edit
• Bulk Product Edit by MITS
• Ablestar Bulk Product Editor

Conclusion  

Keeping your Shopify inventory accurate doesn’t have to be a slow, painful job. Bulk editing tools make it much easier to manage large product catalogs. Choose the method that fits your workflow best, and regularly review stock levels to avoid overselling or stockouts. With smart inventory management, your store stays organized, customers stay satisfied, and you save hours every week.

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