How to format custom metafields to use in listings creation?

To format and use custom metafields in your listings with Salestio, follow these steps:

1. Define Metafields in Shopify:

- Create metafields in Shopify using the appropriate data type (text, numbers, images, etc.).

- Metafields can be added for products, product variants, or other entities.

2. Enable Metafields in Salestio:

- Go to Salestio > Settings > Metafields Settings   and enable the "Use Shopify metafields in Salestio" option.

- If you also need to use metafields without definitions (created by third-party apps), enable this option as well.

3. Integrate Metafields into Listing Templates:

- For Custom Titles or Descriptions:

- Add the metafield in the Creation Profile   under fields like "Listing title" or configure it in Description Templates  .

- For Additional Data:

- Configure the metafields in the Creation Profile   to map product details (e.g., material type, dimensions).

- For Images:

- Use image-type metafields in Description Templates   to enhance listings.

4. Sync and Update Metafields:

- Salestio automatically updates metafield data every 4 hours. To apply recent changes faster, go to Salestio > Settings   and click “Refresh metafields data”.

5. Formatting Tips:

- Always use a predefined metafield definition in Shopify to ensure consistent data structure.

- For lists or multiple options, use metafields with "List of values".

- Test the mapped metafields in Salestio by checking the preview in listing templates.

For further guidance, you can refer to Salestio’s article on using Shopify metafields: Shopify Metafields Overview.