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Preview & Execute

Before any bulk operation runs, the preview step shows you exactly which products will be affected. Review the list carefully, then confirm to execute — especially for Remove operations, which cannot be undone.

Overview​

After setting filters and selecting an action, you must preview before executing. This shows exactly which products will be affected.

Never Skip Preview

Preview is your only chance to verify the selection before making changes!

Step 1: Preview​

Click "Preview Affected Products" to see which products match your filters.

What you'll see:

  • Total number of affected products
  • Product list with ID, reference, and name
  • First 100 products (all will be affected even if more)

Check for:

  • ✅ Correct number of products
  • ✅ Expected products in the list
  • ✅ No unexpected products
Adjust If Needed

If the preview shows wrong products, adjust your filters and preview again.

Product Identification

Use the Reference column to quickly verify you're affecting the correct products. References are often easier to identify than product IDs.

Step 2: Execute​

Once preview looks correct, click "Execute Bulk Operation".

Confirmation Dialog​

For Add and Update:

  • Standard confirmation: "Are you sure?"
  • Click OK to proceed

For Remove:

  • Extra warning about permanent deletion
  • Confirms you understand it cannot be undone
  • Read carefully before confirming

Processing​

  • Operation starts immediately
  • Progress message appears
  • Don't close the browser during processing
  • Wait for success or error message

Processing time:

  • Small operations (10-50 products): seconds
  • Medium (50-200 products): 10-30 seconds
  • Large (200+ products): 30-60+ seconds

After Execution​

Success Message​

Shows:

  • Operation completed successfully
  • Number of products affected
  • Action performed

What to do:

  • Verify 2-3 products manually to confirm changes
  • Check frontend if needed
  • Note what you did for future reference

Error Message​

If something fails:

  • Read the error message carefully
  • Common errors: invalid URL, missing provider, permission issues
  • Fix the issue and try again
  • Preview again before re-executing

Best Practices​

  1. Always preview first - even for basic operations
  2. Start small - test with 2-3 products when learning
  3. Double-check Remove operations - they're permanent
  4. Don't close browser during execution
  5. Verify results after execution

Common Issues​

Preview shows no products

Reasons:

  • Filters too restrictive
  • No products match criteria
  • Category empty

Solution: Adjust filters and try again

Execution fails

Common causes:

  • Invalid video URL
  • Missing provider configuration
  • Network timeout
  • Permission issues

Solution: Check error message and fix the specific issue

Closed browser during execution

What happens:

  • Operation may be partially complete
  • Some products affected, others not

Solution: Check products manually, re-run if needed with adjusted filters

Quick Workflow​

1. Set filters
   ↓
2. Choose action
   ↓
3. Click Preview
   ↓
4. Check product list
   ↓
5. Adjust if needed → Back to step 1
   ↓
6. Click Execute
   ↓
7. Confirm
   ↓
8. Wait for completion
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9. Verify results
What does the preview show me before I execute a bulk operation?

The preview shows the total number of products that match your filters and a list of up to 100 of them with their ID, reference, and name. All matching products will be affected when you execute, not just the 100 shown in the preview.

Can I go back and change the filters after previewing?

Yes. If the preview shows unexpected products, adjust your filters and click Preview again before executing. Nothing is changed until you confirm the Execute step.

What should I do if the browser closes during execution?

The operation may be partially complete with some products affected and others not. Check your products manually to assess the state, then re-run the operation with adjusted filters if necessary.

How long does a bulk operation take to complete?

Small operations on 10 to 50 products take a few seconds. Medium operations on 50 to 200 products take 10 to 30 seconds. Large operations on more than 200 products can take 30 to 60 seconds or more. Do not close the browser until you see the success message.

Ready for Real Examples

You now understand the execution workflow. See practical examples in the use cases guide.

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Last updated: 2025-12-16