How to Search for a File on Shopify

Last modified: November 24, 2023

When it comes to the management of your store, you might find some areas harder than others. One of them is keeping an eye on uploaded files on your store. As your site increases in site and age, more files are likely to be added to store. This can make it harder for you to find specific files that you might want to edit, delete, replace or use again.

However, there are some ways that you can search for the right file on your Shopify store. This article details the best way that you can use your Shopify basic plan program to search for files on the server.

There are also apps, like Any Asset, that can help you manage your site’s files.

Key Takeaways

Access the ‘Files’ section in Shopify’s ‘Settings’ to start your file search.

Use specific keywords or file extensions in the search bar for accurate results.

Save your search for quick future access with the ‘Save This Search’ feature.

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Step 1 – Login
Step 2 – Files
Step 3 – Enter Information
Step 4 – Save (Optional)
Conclusion
FAQs

Step 1 – Login

First thing you need to do is to log in to your Shopify store.

Step 2 – Files

Now you need to head to the ‘Files’ section of your Shopify management. This can be found within the ‘Settings’ area of your Shopify backend on the left-hand menu. The files option is not particularly hard to find and can be accessed very quickly.

Step 3 – Enter Information

Once you’ve entered the ‘Files Page’ you need to find the search bar. Do not mistake the search bar with the blue one. Once you’ve found the bar, you can enter the information, like the keyword or file name, for the file that you’re looking for.

You can also search for the file with the file extension like .doc, .pdf, .jpg. If there are files that match the search criteria that you enter into your search, they will display. These results will be shown in alphanumeric order. This makes it easier for you to search the results to find the exact file that you’re looking for.

Step 4 – Save (Optional)

If this is a search that you might want to come back to at a later date, you can save the search. To do this, click on the ‘Save This Search’ button. This is next to the search bar that you used earlier.

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Conclusion: How to Search for a File on Shopify

When it comes to management of files on your Shopify store, it can be very hard. The instructions above allow you to find a file on your Shopify store without too much hassle. It is perfect for when you’ve got a lot of files on your store, and you need to find a file to make changes, replace or remove it from your store.

You can also use an app that allows you to manage all your assets.

FAQs

Can I search for files uploaded by specific users on Shopify?

Shopify’s file search does not support searching files or allow filtering by uploader. Focus on file names or types or dates for effective searching. Use other identifiers like file names or extensions.
Is there a limit to the number of files I can store on Shopify?

Shopify allows unlimited file storage. However, individual file size limits apply, there are size restrictions per file. Plan storage according to these limits and check Shopify’s guidelines for details.
How can I organize files in Shopify for easier searching?

Organize files by using clear, descriptive and consistent names, and categorizing them. This simplifies future searches. Regularly review and organize files, maintain, and do a cleanup to help in efficient searching.