How to Add a New Product on Shopify (Mobile App)
Use this guide to add a product directly from the Shopify mobile app.
Follow each step carefully to ensure correct pricing, stock, and visibility.
Step 1: Open Shopify App → Go to Products
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Open the Shopify mobile app
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Tap the Products icon (🏷️ tag icon) from the bottom menu
You will see the list of all products in your store.
Step 2: Add a New Product
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On the Products screen, tap the + (Add) button at the top-right corner
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A new blank product page will open
Step 3: Add Product Images or Videos
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Tap Add images, videos, or 3D models
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Shopify will open your Gallery / Files
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Tap + to upload new media
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Select product images/videos
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Tap the ✓ (tick mark) to upload
📌 Best practice:
Use clear, high-quality images with good lighting.
Step 4: Add Product Title
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Tap the Title field
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Enter a clear and descriptive product name
This title will be visible on:
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Product page
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Collection pages
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Search results
Step 5: Add Product Description
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Tap Add description
Option 1: Write Manually
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Enter product details like:
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Fabric / material
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Colour
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Usage
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Care instructions
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Option 2: Use AI (Recommended if unsure)
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Tap the ⭐ (Star icon)
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Enter a short prompt (example: “Blue cotton saree”)
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Tap Generate
If satisfied:
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Tap Keep
If not:
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Tap Generate again
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Tap ✓ to save the description
Step 6: Select Product Category
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Tap Category
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Choose the relevant category from the list
📌 This helps customers find the product easily in collections.
Step 7: Set Price & Compare-at Price
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Enter Price (selling price)
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Enter Compare-at price (MRP / original price – optional)
📌 This shows a discount on the product page.
Important (India 🇮🇳):
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Uncheck “Charge sales tax”
(to avoid Shopify adding extra tax at checkout if GST is already included)
Step 8: Variants (Optional)
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If your product has sizes, colours, or types, add variants
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(Refer to the Variants SOP for mobile if required)
Step 9: Set Inventory Stock
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Go to Inventory
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Tap Edit
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Use + / – buttons to set available stock
📌 This helps Shopify:
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Prevent overselling
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Track stock correctly
Step 10: Shipping Settings
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Scroll down and tap Shipping
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Ensure Physical product is turned ON
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Enter product weight
📌 Weight is required for:
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Shipping charges
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Courier calculations
Step 11: Assign Existing Categories / Collections
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Tap Category → category checklist opens
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Tick the boxes for required categories
(example: Sarees, New Arrivals, Top Picks) -
Bottom black bar shows selected count
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Tap ✓ to apply
Create a New Category (If Needed)
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Tap ＋ (Add) at the top-right
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Enter:
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Category name / Display name
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Keep Status = Active
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Tap ✓ (Save)
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Select the new category checkbox
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Tap ✓ to apply
Step 12: Save the Product
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After completing all details, tap the ✓ (Save) icon at the top-right
✅ Your product is now live on the store.
✅ Best Practices (Mobile)
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Always double-check price & stock before saving
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Upload at least 3–5 images per product
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Assign correct categories for better visibility
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Test the product page once published