Real-time Find and Replace Product Data in Shopify
Stop editing products one by one. Find and replace text across your catalog in seconds, with full control and preview before applying changes.
Explore the AppWhat it does
Bulk replace text across your Shopify product catalog
- Find a word or phrase and replace it across selected products in one run.
- Choose the field you want to update, such as titles, descriptions, or tags.
- Preview the impacted products before applying changes to avoid surprises.
- Run it once to clean up data fast—no rules, triggers, or automation required.
When to use
Use Find & Replace for fast catalog cleanup and updates
- Fix typos and formatting issues across hundreds of products in minutes.
- Update brand language after a rename, rebrand, or supplier change.
- Remove outdated promotion text from titles or descriptions after campaigns end.
- Standardize product naming so search, filters, and merchandising stay consistent.
STEPS
How to run Find & Replace in Shopify Bulk Editor
Select the products to update
Use filters like vendor, product type, tags, or collections to define your scope.
Choose the field to modify
Pick where the change should apply, such as title, description, or tags.
Enter find and replacement text
Add the exact text you want to find and what it should be replaced with.
Preview and apply the change
Review a preview list, then run the update once to change all matching records.
WORKFLOWS
Common ways teams use Find & Replace in Shopify
Run it when you need a fast cleanup or a consistent catalog-wide update.
Typos & Cleanup
Fix repeated spelling issues and inconsistent formatting across product titles and descriptions.
Rebrands & Renames
Replace old brand terms, vendor names, or product lines after a rename or supplier update.
Promo Text Removal
Remove campaign copy from descriptions once a sale ends so storefront messaging stays current.
Find & Replace vs Automation Rules
Bulk Action (Manual Run)
- Run it once when you need a catalog-wide cleanup.
- Best for content fixes, renames, and standardization.
- You choose scope and fields before applying changes.
- Results are immediate and easy to verify.
Automation Rule (Runs When Data Changes)
- Runs continuously when product data changes over time.
- Best for inventory, pricing, and ongoing tagging rules.
- Conditions decide what changes and when it happens.
- Prevents recurring problems from coming back.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about using Find & Replace in Shopify.
What product fields can I run Find & Replace on?keyboard_arrow_down
Most teams use it for titles, descriptions, and tags. The best approach is to pick one field per run so it’s easy to review and confirm the result.
Can I limit Find & Replace to a specific set of products?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Start by filtering your catalog using tags, vendor, product type, or collections. Find & Replace then applies only within that selected scope.
Does Find & Replace change only the matching part of the text?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. It searches for the text you enter and replaces only that portion. This makes it safer than rewriting entire fields when you only need a small change.
Can I preview what will change before applying it?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Use the preview to confirm scope and matches first. This is the best way to avoid replacing text you didn’t intend to touch.
Will this impact SEO if I update titles or descriptions?keyboard_arrow_down
It can. Bulk changes should be intentional and consistent. Most stores run small scoped updates first, then expand once they confirm the pattern is correct.
Can I remove specific words from product descriptions using this?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Replace the unwanted text with an empty value to remove it. Many teams use this to clear promo phrases or repeated boilerplate.
Should I use Find & Replace or an Automation Rule?keyboard_arrow_down
Use Find & Replace for a one-time cleanup or rename. Use Automation Rules when the same issue will keep coming back as products, pricing, or inventory change.
Can I run multiple Find & Replace updates in a row?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Most teams run one targeted change at a time so results are easy to audit. If you have multiple updates, do them in a clear sequence and keep scope controlled.
Explore Shopify Bulk Editor App
See how bulk actions and automation rules work together.