How to Change Locations of Stock Products on Shopify
By Sam Nguyen
Are you struggling to keep track of your inventory across multiple locations? Misplaced products can lead to frustrating stockouts and unhappy customers.
Take control of your inventory and streamline your fulfillment process by learning how to easily change the locations of your stock products on Shopify. Keep reading to discover the simple steps and avoid costly mistakes!
How to Change Locations of multiple Stock Products using Bulk Editor
Step 1: Go to Inventory
From your Shopify admin → Choose Products → Select Inventory
Step 2: Select location
In the Inventory area, you can select the location you wish to adjust
Step 3: Select products
After selecting the location, you can view a list of the available products on that location. Click on the checkbox next to the products you wish to edit the location later on. Then, click the Bulk edit button to proceed
Step 4: Add fields
Upon directed to the Bulk editor page, if you want to add fields for the locations that will be used to stock the products, click on the Columns button (on the top right corner) and tick on the Quantities by location option (of the location(s) you wish to add on those products).
Step 5: Change stock location
Now, you can edit the quantity of the products available in each of these locations.
Step 6: Click Save
Find and click on the Save button so that your changes in the locations that used to stock the products will be saved automatically for later uses.
How to Change the List of Locations that Stock a Product individually
Step 1: Proceed to the Product area
Within your Shopify admin dashboard → Choose Products → Click on the exact product you wish to change the list of locations.
Step 2: Track quantity of your chosen product
In your chosen product’s details page, scroll down to the Inventory section. You have to make sure that the “Track quantity” checkbox under that section is checked.
Step 3: Edit locations
After ticking the Track quality checkbox, scroll down a bit to the Quantity section and choose “Edit locations” button to edit the product’s list of locations.
Step 4: Check and uncheck locations
After clicking on the Edit locations option, you will see a Edit locations box containing all of the available locations that you can choose for the products.
Simply tick on the location that you want it to stock the product/ or uncheck ones that you do not want to be on the product’s stock locations list anymore.
Step 5: Save changes
Click on the Save button on the bottom right of the box to save the changes that you made.
FAQs
Can I change the location of multiple products at once on Shopify?
Yes, you can utilize Shopify's bulk editor or third-party apps to efficiently update the location of multiple products simultaneously, saving you valuable time.
What happens if I change the location of a product that's already part of an unfulfilled order?
Shopify will attempt to fulfill the order from the new location if possible. However, if the product is out of stock at the new location, you might need to split the order or contact the customer to discuss alternative arrangements.
Does changing a product's location affect its availability on my online store?
No, changing the location of a product won't directly impact its availability on your online store. However, if you're using location-based inventory settings, it might affect which fulfillment locations are offered to customers during checkout.
Can I track inventory transfers between different locations on Shopify?
Yes, Shopify allows you to create inventory transfers to record the movement of stock between locations. This helps you maintain accurate inventory records and track the flow of goods across your business.
What's the best way to handle inventory adjustments if I have a physical retail store and an online Shopify store?
Integrating your Shopify POS (Point of Sale) system with your online store is crucial for real-time inventory syncing and accurate stock levels across both channels. This ensures you avoid overselling and can fulfill orders efficiently, whether they're placed online or in person.
In conclusion
Effectively managing your product locations within Shopify is vital for seamless inventory tracking and order fulfillment, allowing you to keep customers informed and satisfied. Have you ever faced challenges with updating product locations in your Shopify store? Share your experiences and solutions in the comments below!
**Further Reading: **
- Edit a Product on Shopify: A Step-By-Step Guide
- Change the List of Locations that Stock a Product: A How-To Guide
