How to Edit Product Descriptions with HTML

Ablestar Bulk Product Editor allows you to bulk edit product descriptions however it requires some basic knowledge of HTML tags. Remember, you can always undo and revert edits if this makes you nervous.

Best Practice for HTML

HTML can enhance the look and feel of your product descriptions, but it can also make the editing process more complex. Below are some tips to successfully navigate HTML when editing product descriptions:

1. Understand Basic HTML: Before you start editing, familiarize yourself with basic HTML tags and structure to ensure formatting is not disrupted.
2. Keep HTML Intact: When editing descriptions containing HTML, use caution so that tags remain intact. Altering tags could break formatting or layouts.
3. Add New HTML Elements: If you wish to include more HTML elements, make sure to use the correct syntax. For example, to add a link, use the <a href="URL">link text</a>  format.
4. Preview Changes: Always preview your changes before saving. This will allow you to identify and fix any mistakes or formatting issues.
5. Save Edits: Once changes are confirmed correct, save your changes.
6. Undo changes: if you need to try again.

From the Shopify Product view, you can see the HTML formatting of any product description by clicking on the Show HTML icon above the editor:

Choose if you prefer the In-App or Spreadsheet method to bulk edit product descriptions:

1. In-App Edits:

Once you have filtered your products and are ready to edit from the 'Configure modifications' view, fill these fields. We will remove the word "perfect" from the description and image above:

• Field to edit: search and select 'Description' from the dropdown list
• How to edit: select 'Search/Replace'
• Search for this text:

<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Unleash your inner adventurer with the <strong>2002 UNISEX</strong> shoe. With a bold design and durable construction, these shoes are perfect for exploring new paths and conquering any terrain. <em>Get ready to take risks</em> and embrace the unknown with every step you take in these shoes.</p>

• Replace it with this text:

<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Unleash your inner adventurer with the <strong>2002 UNISEX</strong> shoe. With a bold design and durable construction, these shoes are for exploring new paths and conquering any terrain. <em>Get ready to take risks</em> and embrace the unknown with every step you take in these shoes.</p>

Preview your changes by clicking the icon below the editor to confirm:

Click the Run edit button to apply all changes and save. Remember you can click the Undo button after processing to revert changes if needed.

2. Spreadsheet Edits

From the app dashboard, click the 'Spreadsheet Edit' menu item.

Prep your spreadsheet to include the product-level identifier (ie Product ID or other identifier) and Product Description, similar to this format:

Upload your spreadsheet and then map and confirm columns on the visible preview before clicking the Run edits button to process data.

✅ Tips and Troubleshooting

• Undoing bulk edits if you make a mistake is easy!
• Increase speeds for spreadsheet edits by skipping unchanged values

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