Importing and exporting swatches on your existing website allows for efficient migration and replication of swatch configurations between sites or instances of your WooCommerce store. This process helps save time and effort, especially when setting up similar swatch configurations on different websites or after a site migration. Here's a guide on how to perform these actions:
Exporting Swatches #
- Access Swatch Settings: Navigate to the Swatchly settings on the source website where you want to export the swatches from.
- Find the Export Option: Look for an “Export” option or tab within the Swatchly settings. This is where you will initiate the swatch export process.
- Initiate Export: Click the “Export” button or similar action to start the export process. The system will generate a file or data containing the swatch configurations.
- Download the Exported File or Data: Download the exported file or copy the data provided. This file or data will contain the swatch information.
- Store the Exported Data Securely: Keep the exported file or data secure and in a location where it can be easily accessed for future imports.
Importing Swatches #
- Export Previous Swatch Global Settings (if available): If you're migrating swatches from another instance, ensure to export the global swatch settings from the previous website. This typically involves exporting a configuration file or data that includes swatch information.
- Access Swatch Settings in the Target Website: Navigate to the Swatchly settings on the target website where you want to import the swatches.
- Find the Import Option: Look for an “Import” option or tab within the Swatchly settings. This is where you will initiate the swatch import process.
- Choose the File or Data to Import: Select the file or paste the exported swatch data into the provided field. Ensure the format and structure match the import requirements.
- Initiate Import: Click the “Import” button or similar action to initiate the import process. The system will process the data and import the swatches accordingly.
- Review and Adjust: After the import, review the swatches to ensure they are accurately imported. Adjust settings if needed to match the new environment.