Variant reference metafields use handle.title format

Variant reference metafields now export as [product handle].[variant title], and imports accept it for easier cross-store migrations.

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Changelog

August 29, 2025


Moving variant-linked data between stores is now simpler and more readable.


šŸ”§ Improvements

  • Variant reference exports – now use [product handle].[variant title] for clearer spreadsheets and easier cross-store moves (Metafields reference).
  • Variant reference imports – accept the same handle.title format; escape commas in variant titles with a backslash (e.g., Red \, Large) (Metafields reference).
  • Lists supported – works for list.variant_reference columns as well.