THE QUICK ANSWER
Prepare a consistent product list with rug names, variant identifiers, dimensions, product-page destinations and clear full-rug images. Confirm the exact import format and image requirements during setup.
Keep product identity consistent
Give each rug and size variant a clear identifier. Check that names, colours and dimensions agree with the Shopify product page. Use one measurement convention and state the units explicitly.
A useful planning sheet has one row per sellable variant, with the product name, variant identifier, width, length, image reference and destination product URL. This is a planning aid, not a guaranteed import format.
Choose images that show the whole rug
Start with a sharp image showing the complete rug and visible edges. Avoid furniture covering the pattern, heavy perspective distortion and colour filters that change the product’s appearance.
Discuss background removal, image orientation, fringe, irregular shapes and file requirements before preparing a large batch. The agreed asset requirements should match your actual collection.
Validate a small batch first
- Include a light rug, a dark rug and a patterned design.
- Include different dimensions and relevant shapes.
- Compare the preview with the source product page.
- Check that the return link opens the correct item.
Resolve mismatches in the sample batch before applying the same preparation process to the rest of the catalogue.