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Product: Status

Learn how to manage product status (active/draft) efficiently using the Bulk Product Editor.

Overview​

Product status determines whether products are visible to customers in your store. The Bulk Product Editor allows you to activate, deactivate, or draft multiple products simultaneously.

Accessing Product Status Field​

  1. Navigate to the Bulk Product Editor
  2. Select the products you want to edit using filters
  3. In the modification section, select "Status" from the field dropdown

Selecting Product Status Field

Product Status field selection in Bulk Product Editor

Choose Status from the field dropdown to manage product visibility in bulk

Status Options​

Active​

  • Products are visible to customers
  • Available for purchase
  • Included in search results and collections

Draft​

  • Products are hidden from customers
  • Not available for purchase
  • Only visible in admin panel

Common Use Cases​

Seasonal Management​

  • Activating seasonal products
  • Deactivating off-season items
  • Preparing for holiday sales

Inventory Management​

  • Deactivating out-of-stock products
  • Activating restocked items
  • Managing discontinued products

Store Maintenance​

  • Temporarily hiding products during updates
  • Preparing new product launches
  • Managing product visibility during sales

Best Practices​

  • Use filters to target specific product groups
  • Preview changes before applying
  • Consider SEO impact when deactivating products
  • Coordinate status changes with inventory levels

Examples​

Example 1: Seasonal Activation​

Filter: Products with tag "summer" Action: Change status from "Draft" to "Active"

Example 2: Out-of-Stock Management​

Filter: Products with inventory = 0 Action: Change status from "Active" to "Draft"

Tips and Tricks​

  • Use scheduled jobs for automatic status changes
  • Combine with inventory filters for smart management
  • Set up alerts for status changes
  • Keep track of deactivated products for reactivation