Advanced Bulk Stock Manager for WooCommerce Documentation



Overview

Advanced Bulk Stock Manager for WooCommerce is the ultimate solution for managing your WooCommerce inventory quickly and accurately. It enables you to update stock quantities, statuses, and backorder settings for multiple products – including private products – in one streamlined process. Fully optimized for WooCommerce High‑Performance Order Storage (HPOS) and powered by AJAX, this plugin minimizes manual effort and reduces errors, ensuring your store runs efficiently.

Installation

  1. Download the Plugin: Download the ZIP file for Advanced Bulk Stock Manager for WooCommerce.
  2. Upload and Install: In your WordPress admin, navigate to Plugins > Add New, click on Upload Plugin, select the ZIP file, then click Install Now and activate the plugin.
  3. No Additional Configuration: The plugin is ready to use immediately after activation without any further settings.

Configuration & Filtering

While no extra configuration is required post-installation, the plugin offers robust filtering options to precisely target the products you wish to update:

Product Type: Filter by product type – Simple, Variable, or Private.
Manage Stock: Filter by whether stock management is enabled. If a product isn’t tracking stock, the plugin will automatically enable “Track stock quantity for this product” during updates.
Stock Status: Select products based on their current status – In Stock or Out of Stock.
Product Category: Narrow your selection to products within specific categories.
Show Private Products: Optionally include private products in your filtered results.

These filters allow you to quickly narrow down your product list, ensuring that bulk updates are applied only to your target products.

Bulk Updates

Once you have applied your desired filters, updating your inventory is straightforward. The AJAX-powered bulk update form lets you:

  • Update Stock Quantities: Enter new stock levels for all selected products at once.
  • Change Stock Statuses: Toggle products between “In Stock” and “Out of Stock.”
  • Manage Backorders: Adjust backorder settings for each product.
  • Automatic Stock Tracking Activation: If a product is not set to track stock, the plugin automatically enables “Track stock quantity for this product” so that your updates take effect.

After making your changes, click Update Selected to apply the updates across your store.

Logs & Reports

Every bulk update is recorded in a detailed log including the date, user ID, product ID, and a summary of changes. On the Logs page, you can:

Log Management

View Logs: Examine detailed log entries filtered by a specific date range.
Export Logs: Download log entries within a selected date range as a CSV file for offline analysis.
Clear Logs: Remove log entries for a specified date range to keep your log history organized.

Stock Report Export

In addition to logs, you can generate a comprehensive stock report in CSV format. This report provides a snapshot of your current inventory status for all filtered products – ideal for audits, inventory analysis, and financial reviews.

Troubleshooting

If you experience issues using the plugin, please consider the following troubleshooting steps:

  • Ensure WooCommerce is Active: Verify that WooCommerce is installed and activated on your site.
  • Product Settings: Confirm that products are set to track stock (the plugin will automatically enable tracking if needed during updates).
  • Review Logs: Use the log viewer to check for error messages or warnings during bulk updates.
  • Clear Browser Cache: Cached data may interfere with AJAX functionality; clear your cache and try again.
  • Delete Orphaned Variations: If the plugin displays variations from deleted products, these are orphaned variations remaining in the database. Delete them using the “Delete orphaned variations” button under WooCommerce > System Status > Tools.
  • Consult Documentation: Review this guide to ensure all steps are followed correctly.
  • Contact Support: If issues persist, please reach out to our support team for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does the plugin update stock for products without tracking enabled?
A: During a bulk update, if a product is not set to track stock, the plugin automatically enables “Track stock quantity for this product” so that your changes are applied.

Q: Do I need to configure any settings after installation?
A: No additional configuration is required. The plugin works immediately upon activation.

Q: What filtering options are available?
A: You can filter by Product Type, Manage Stock status, Stock Status, Product Category, and choose whether to include Private products.

Q: How do I export logs and stock reports?
A: Use the Export Logs button on the Logs page to download a CSV file of log entries for the selected date range. The Export CSV button on the Bulk Stock Manager page generates a stock report for all filtered products.

Questions & Support

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