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Flat File Shoes
Flat File Shoes
Preferred: Preferred fields give customers the basic information they need to make an informed
purchasing decision. We recommend that you provide product data for all fields in the Preferred colum
Not providing this data can result in inadequate product descriptions or make it difficult for customer
find your listing. For example, you can create a page in the catalog for your product without providin
Price and Quantity, but your offer for it will not appear on the site until you provide that data.
Optional: Optional fields give customers product information that is useful, but not critical, when ma
purchasing decisions. We recommend that you provide as much Optional product data as possible for
product. In some cases, fields we have labeled Optional may be important to your product or busines
required per your seller agreement.
Some cells require that you use valid codes from the Browse Tree Guide (BTG). The BTG is a separat
Excel file that can be downloaded from seller Help. BTGs are category-specific and contain the rules t
Amazon uses to assign products to categories on our site. In it you will find mappings between brows
nodes and Amazon's controlled terms which allow products to surface in those categories. In the BTG
your category, find the category most appropriate for your product, then use the corresponding quer
determine what field and value you need to put in your template to place your product in that catego
Image Tab
Refer to the Image Info tab for Amazon’s image standards. Images you upload to Amazon must con
to these standards.
Example Tab
See the Example tab for an example on how to enter product information. This information is for
reference only. In order to avoid including invalid product data in your inventory file, do not work on
own items within the Example sheet.
Template Tab
The Template tab contains the template from which you will create an inventory file. Column headers
bold indicate required data. For best results, also submit as much preferred and optional data as pos
for your products. If you are not providing data for a particular field, leave the cell blank. Feel free t
color, bold, borders and other formatting (not additional text) to the template if it is helpful to you. P
note that high ASCII characters (such as ®, ©) and HTML tags are not allowed.
Validation Macros
This template may contain validation macros that will help you to complete the template correctly. If
present in your template, these macros may be turned on or off at your discretion, but we urge you t
keep them enabled at least the first few times you create and upload your inventory file.
Helpful hints for using the validation macros:
Enabling the macros: If you disabled the macros when you opened this file, you will need to close
file and open it again to enable them. You can do this two different ways:
Option 1 (recommended): Reopen the file and check “Always trust macros from this source” in the
security warning that appears. Next, select “Enable Macros.” This will enable the macros each time
access the file.
Option 2: Before you open the file again, set your security level for Excel to low. In Excel, from the T
menu, choose Macro > Security, and select “Low” on the Security Level tab.
Drop-down menus: Some fields have dropdown menus with lists of valid values to choose from. Fo
some of these fields, you must select a value from the drop-down menu. You cannot type in your ow
value, even if it is valid. If you receive an error, delete the existing value and choose an alternative
the drop-down menu.
Other fields have dropdown menus with values that are suggested but not required. You can type in
own value if you wish. If the value you enter is not valid for that field, it will cause a validation warni
when you validate your data.
To make a dropdown disappear, press Escape; press Escape again to make it reappear.
Amazon.com Toolbar: This “floating” toolbar appears when the macros are enabled. It provides qu
access to Seller Central, a Validate option, and a toggle button for turning the validations on or off. T
Validate button allows you to run a validation on the data that has been entered into the template. T
feature works regardless of whether the validations are on or off. If you close the Amazon.com Toolb
can be reopened; for more information, please see Excel Help for working with toolbars.
.log File: The macros create a .log file of errors and warnings in the same location as your Product
Template. The warnings will indicate which cells still require an entry. The errors are macro failures.
can delete this .log file once you have successfully uploaded your inventory file.
Importing data: If you have data in an Excel file that is in another format (such as with different fie
names in a different order), you can use the Import button on the Amazon.com toolbar to import it in
this template. Data in columns with headers that are exactly the same will be matched automatically
regardless of where they appear in the imported file. You will be given the opportunity to manually m
headers that are not the same.
Save your Inventory File
When you have finished entering your product data into the Template tab, save the Template tab (on
as a Text (tab-delimited) (*.txt) file. (For the China Marketplace, save as Unicode Text (*.txt).)
This is your inventory file that you will upload via the Upload Products & Inventory tool in your seller
account.
Validate and Upload your Inventory File
Validate your data and upload your file to Amazon at the same time by clicking the “Upload file” butt
the Amazon.com toolbar.
Before your offers are uploaded to the site, our system will automatically validate your data. Data tha
fails validation will be outlined in red in your file and an explanation will appear in the cell comment.
can read the cell comment by selecting the cell. When the validation process is complete, you can ch
to upload whether or not validation was successful; however, if validation was not successful, your up
may be rejected.
Any errors in the upload will appear in a Processing Report. This report can be downloaded from the
"Review File Status and History" section of the Upload Products & Inventory page in your seller accou
You can also run validation without uploading the file by clicking the Validate button on the Amazon.c
toolbar. Making a change to a cell will automatically remove that cell's red border and cell comment.
Note: We recommend first uploading 15 or fewer products for testing purposes. You can upload the r
of your inventory once you have completed a successful test.
Updated Templates
When Amazon.com updates valid values, data validation rules, or explanatory text for the data valida
cell comments, you can get the updated template by clicking the Update Template button on the
Amazon.com toolbar. (You will need Internet access.) When done, you should see the new valid valu
the drop-down menus, and any new data validation rules will be applied the next time you validate y
data.
Still have questions?
If you have read the Instructions or Data Definitions tabs of this file and still have questions, please
consult seller Help.
Image Standards
Every product on Amazon needs one or more product images. Choose images that are clear,
straightforward, and easy to understand. They must accurately represent the product and be
information-rich and attractively presented. Show only the product that is being offered for sale, with
minimal or no propping. Text, logos, and inset images are not allowed. Whenever possible, provide
several images, with each one showing different angles and details of the product. This is your
opportunity to show your product to your customer, so quality matters.
We reserve the right to reject images that do not meet our image standards.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have all necessary rights to the images you submit.
MAIN Images
*The background for a MAIN image must be pure white (pure white blends in with the Amazon search
and item detail pages, which have RGB values of 255,255,255).
*A MAIN image must not be a graphic or illustration and must not contain accessories that are not
being dispatched with the product, props that may confuse the customer, text that is not part of the
product, or any logos, watermarks or inset images.
*The product must fill 85% or more of the image.
Additional Images
*MAIN images should be supplemented with additional images showing different sides of a product,
the product in use, or details that are not visible in the MAIN image. For media products, this could
include the back cover, sample pages, or screenshots. You can add up to eight (8) images.
*A white background is recommended, but not required. Additional images may not include logos or
watermarks, and all props or accessories must be presented in a way that will not cause customer
confusion.
Image Size
Images should be 1000 pixels or more in either height or width as this will enable the zoom function on
the website (zoom has been proven to enhance sales). Files measuring less than 500 pixels on the
longest side will be rejected by our system.
*Amazon accepts JPEG (.jpg), TIFF (.tif), or GIF (.gif) file formats (JPEG files are preferred as they are
smaller in size and can therefore be processed and uploaded more quickly).
*A suggested way to name an image file is to save the image on your web server using the product SKU
as the file name followed by the view type or variant code--MAIN, PT01-PT08 (additional images),
SWCH (usually a color swatch only used on products with more than one variation). Examples:
8845013515.MAIN.jpg, 8845013515.PT01.jpg, 8845013515.SWCH.jpg
external_product_id Product ID
brand_name Brand
Manufacturer's Suggested
list_price Retail Price
quantity Quantity
sale_price Sale Price
merchant_shipping_group_na
me Shipping-Template
Dimensions - These attributes specify the size and weight of a product
item_weight_unit_of_measur
e Item Weight Unit Of Measure
item_length Item Length
parent_child Parentage
subject_character character
color_name Color
size_name Size
department_name Department
color_name Color
size_name size
department_name Department
color_name Color
color_map Color Map
size_name size
subject_character character
style_name Style
department_name Department
color_name Color
size_name Size
subject_character character
Specify the Date for when this item can launch on the
site (this applies only to you product uploads after you
have launched). For upload and testing purposes, set
this date to a date at one year into the future. When
you perform the final upload, use previous day's date.
The first date on which you can deliver a pre-orderable
product (one that has never been available prior to this
date) to a customer.
This is the date that a merchant will be able to ship any
back-ordered items to a customer.
Examples:
1 bag of 8pk socks: item-package-quantity = 1
5 Bags of 8pk Socks: item-package-quantity = 5
If you can print a gift message with the item indicate that
here. If left blank, defaults to 'false'.
If you can gift wrap an item indicate that here. If left
blank, defaults to 'false'.
Indicates whether the manufacturer has stopped making
the item.
character
Provides the model year for a style of shoe that has the
same style name over time, but whose features change
over time.
character
The industry name for the style for this item. Use this to
describe the Drive style of a tool or accessory.
character
A positive integer. 10
parent
child parent
Imported;
Made in USA or Imported;
Made in USA and Imported;
Made in USA Made in USA or Imported
black
Provide a value that describes the actual color of the gold
lens of the eyewear. clear
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. e.g. 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5
MM (for millimeters) MM
A positive integer. e.g. 50, 55, 63
A positive integer. e.g 17, 19
A positive integer. e.g 143
A positive integer.
buckle, D-Ring, flap, Hook-and-Eye, Snaps,
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. Zipper, magnet, Drawstring
10 M US Men
An alphanumeric string detailing the size of the product
that a customer would select when purchasing. It should 7 M US Women
include the size, width, size system, gender (and
appropriate age group for kids shoes). See the Seller 43 EU / 10 US Men
Central help article titled 'Shoe Size Guidelines, Charts,
and FAQ' for more guidance. 5 M US Toddler
Beaded
embroidered
flowers
fringe
glitter
jewels
knots
lights
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. medallion
An alphanumeric text string; 1 character minimum and
50 characters maximum. If multiple colors are available,
a unique record should be submitted for each product. Batman
MM
A positive integer. 15
10 M US Men
An alphanumeric string detailing the size of the product
that a customer would select when purchasing. It should 7 M US Women
include the size, width, size system, gender (and
appropriate age group for kids shoes). See the Seller 43 EU / 10 US Men
Central help article titled 'Shoe Size Guidelines, Charts,
and FAQ' for more guidance. 5 M US Toddler
Fabric
Felt
Latex
Leather
Leather and rubber
Manmade
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. Rubber
ankle-high
high-top
knee-high
low-top
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. mid-calf
closed-toe
open-toe
peep-toe
pointed-toe
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. steel-toe
neutral
motion-control
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. stability
Beaded
embroidered
flowers
fringe
glitter
jewels
knots
lights
Select a value from the Valid Values worksheet. medallion
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TemplateType=shoes Version=2016.0721
Seller SKU Product Name
item_sku item_name
The top 3 rows are for Amazon.com use only. Do not modify or delete the top 3 rows.
Product ID
external_product_id
Product ID Type Brand Product Description Item Type Style Number
external_product_id_type brand_name product_description item_type model
Update Delete
update_delete
Offer-These attributes are required to make your item buyable for customers on the site
Standard Price
standard_price
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price Product Tax Code Fulfillment Latency Launch Date
list_price product_tax_code fulfillment_latency product_site_launch_date
Release Date Restock Date Quantity Sale Price Sale Start Date Sale End Date
merchant_release_date restock_date quantity sale_price sale_from_date sale_end_date
Max Aggregate Ship Quantity Item Package Quantity Offering Can Be Gift Messaged
max_aggregate_ship_quantity item_package_quantity offering_can_be_gift_messaged
Is Gift Wrap Available Is Discontinued by Manufacturer? Shipping-Template
offering_can_be_giftwrapped is_discontinued_by_manufacturer merchant_shipping_group_name
Dimensions-These attributes specify the size and weight of a product
Shipping Weight
website_shipping_weight
Website Shipping Weight Unit Of Measure Item Weight Item Weight Unit Of Measure Item Length
website_shipping_weight_unit_of_measure item_weight item_weight_unit_of_measure item_length
Item Width Item Height Item Dimensions Unit Of Measure
item_width item_height item_dimensions_unit_of_measure
Discovery-These attributes have an effect on how customers can find your product on the site using browse or sea
Bullet Point1
bullet_point1
Bullet Point2 Bullet Point3 Bullet Point4 Bullet Point5 Search Terms Style Keyword1
bullet_point2 bullet_point3 bullet_point4 bullet_point5 generic_keywords style_keywords1
Images-These attributes provide links to images for a product
Style Keyword2 Style Keyword3 Main Image URL
style_keywords2 style_keywords3 main_image_url
Other Image URL1 Other Image URL2 Other Image URL3 Swatch Image URL
other_image_url1 other_image_url2 other_image_url3 swatch_image_url
Fulfillment-Use these columns to provide fulfillment-related information for either Amazon-fulfilled (FBA) or sel
Fulfillment Center ID
fulfillment_center_id
Package height Package Width Package Length Package Dimensions Unit Of Measure
package_height package_width package_length package_dimensions_unit_of_measure
Package Weight Package Weight Unit Of Measure
package_weight package_weight_unit_of_measure
Variation-Populate these attributes if your product is available in different variations (for example color or wattag
Parentage
parent_child
Parent SKU Relationship Type Variation Theme
parent_sku relationship_type variation_theme
Compliance-Attributes used to comply with consumer laws in the country or region where the item is sold
Consumer Notice
prop_65
CPSIA Warning Description Cpsia Warning Import Designation
cpsia_cautionary_description cpsia_cautionary_statement import_designation
Ungrouped - These attributes create rich product listings for your buyers.
Style Name character
style_name subject_character
Model Year Closure Type Department Color Color Map Size Material Fabric1
model_year closure_type department_name color_name color_map size_name material_type1
Material Fabric2 Country as Labeled Fur Description Pattern Style Occasion Lifestyle
material_type2 country_as_labeled fur_description pattern_type lifestyle
Special Features Size Map Lens Color Lens Color Map Magnification Strength
special_features size_map lens_color lens_color_map magnification_strength
Frame Material Type Lens Material Type Item Shape Polarization Type
frame_material_type lens_material_type item_shape polarization_type
Eyewear Unit Of Measure Lens Width Bridge Width Arm Length Lens Height
eyewear_unit_of_measure lens_width bridge_width arm_length lens_height
Arm Length Unit of Measure Lens Height Unit of Measure Lens Width Unit of Measure
arm_length_unit_of_measure lens_height_unit_of_measure lens_width_unit_of_measure
Unit of Measure for Width of the Bridge Strap Type Lining Description Shoulder Strap Drop
bridge_width_unit_of_measure strap_type lining_description shoulder_strap_drop
Shoulder Strap Drop Unit Of Measure Sole Material Heel Type Shoe Height Map Toe Style
shoulder_strap_drop_unit_of_measure sole_material heel_type height_map toe_style
Arch Type Cleat Description Cleat Material Type Team Name Shaft Height Platform Height
arch_type cleat_description cleat_material_type team_name shaft_height platform_height
Water Resistance Level Special Size Type1 Special Size Type2 Special Size Type3 Special Size Type4
water_resistance_level special_size_type1 special_size_type2 special_size_type3 special_size_type4
Special Size Type5 Special Size Type6 Special Size Type7 Special Size Type8 Special Size Type9
special_size_type5 special_size_type6 special_size_type7 special_size_type8 special_size_type9
Special Size Type10 Shaft Height Unit Of Measure
special_size_type10 shaft_height_unit_of_measure
In addition to this Example tab, please read the
Instructions and Data Definitions tabs in this file.
Also note that the bullet points and description are needed
for each child product but not for the parent product since
parent products do not appear on the site.
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Amazon.com
Sncr34957
89.99
Sncr34959
15.99
Crst34960 Sodium Fluoride
0.243% (0.15% w/v
Fluoride Ion)
24.99
Dispose of pillow in
trash receptacle (do not
flush). For optimum
freshness, keep vanity
lid closed, and store
unopened refill packs in
a cool, dry place.
9.95
59.95
9.95
19.95
13.99
13.99
13.99
89.99
15.99
24.99
Cherry 12 fl 15.95
oz.
Cherry 24 fl 20.95
oz.
Grape 24 fl 20.95
oz.
9.95
currency quantity launch-date release-date restock-date leadtime-to-ship
2004-10-28
USD 85
USD 65 2004-10-28 1
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toothbrush
79.99
toothbrush
toothpaste
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2004-11- 2004-11-
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antacids
antacids
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pads
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normal-skin combination-skin
normal-skin combination-skin
digestive-system-
conditions
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conditions
normal-skin combination-skin
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unisex-adult
unisex-adult
unisex-adult
unisex-adult
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unisex-adult
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adults
adults
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unisex-adult
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unisex-adult
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Accessory
parent count
parent Accessory
child Accessory
child Accessory
parent Flavor-Size
100
250
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unisex
unisex
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No LB 7.25
LB 1.50
LB 1.50
oz 2.45
oz 2.45
oz 2.45
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oz 22.35
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If product gets
into eyes,
rinse
thoroughly
with water.
This appliance
contains
Nickel-
Cadmium
rechargeable
batteries,
which must be
recycled or
disposed of
properly.
Ask a doctor
or pharmacist
if you are
taking a
prescription
drug.
Antacids may
interact with
certain
prescription
drugs.
Ask a doctor
or pharmacist
if you are
taking a
prescription
drug.
Antacids may
interact with
certain
prescription
drugs.
Ask a doctor
or pharmacist
if you are
taking a
prescription
drug.
Antacids may
interact with
certain
prescription
drugs.
If product gets
into eyes,
rinse
thoroughly
with water.
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