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AutoDS Helper (Chrome Extension): one-click product importer and buyer address copier

Import products in seconds and copy buyer addresses with ease using the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension.

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Introduction

Maximize your dropshipping efficiency with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, your essential companion for faster product imports and seamless order fulfillment. Whether you're scaling your store or just getting started, this free extension eliminates repetitive tasks that slow you down.

With AutoDS Helper, you can import products from supported suppliers in seconds and automatically copy buyer addresses during manual fulfillment. Say goodbye to copy-pasting errors and hello to more time growing your business.
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Key benefits

AutoDS Helper streamlines your workflow with features designed to save time and reduce errors:

  • Fast product importing: Import products from multiple suppliers in just a few clicks, without manually copying details or switching between platforms.

  • Bulk import capability: Save time by grabbing items in bulk directly from supplier search result pages, perfect for building your catalog quickly.

  • Multi-supplier support: Use a unified interface to import products from various suppliers, all through one convenient extension.

  • Multi-store functionality: Import products to multiple stores simultaneously, streamlining your workflow across different sales channels.

  • One-click address copying: Copy buyer shipping addresses directly from AutoDS and paste them on checkout pages of suppliers like eBay, Amazon, AliExpress, and Walmart.

  • Reduced fulfillment errors: Minimize mistakes with the one-click address copy and paste feature that eliminates manual data entry.
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Setup requirements

Before using the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, make sure you have the following requirements:

Important: If you signed up using Google login, ensure you use the Google option when logging in to the extension. This ensures your account connects correctly.

AutoDS Helper Importer: supported suppliers

The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension supports product importing from a wide range of suppliers across multiple regions. All imported products automatically use the preferences you've configured in your Supplier Settings for each supplier and region.

Tip: Review and finalize your Supplier Settings before importing. Changes to these settings only apply to future uploads, not products already in your store.

Helper Extension supported suppliers by region:

Supplier

Supported regions

Alibaba

AU, CN, DE, ES, FR, IT, US.

AliExpress

BR, CN, DE, ES, FR, IT, PL, RU, UK, US.

Amazon

AU, CA, DE, ES, FR, IT, UK, US.

Banggood

CN, CZ, UK, US.

Bebathbayond

CA, US.

CDiscount

FR.

CJDropshipping

AU, CA, CN, DE, ES, FR, IT, TH, UK, US.

Costco

UK, US.

Costway

AU, CA, DE, ES, FR, IT, UK, US.

DHGate

AU, CA, CN, DE, ES, FR, IT, RU, UK, US.

eBay

AU, CA, DE, ES, FR, IT, UK, US.

Etsy

US.

Kmart

All regions.

Kogan

AU.

Kohls

All regions.

Lowes

All regions.

Macys

All regions.

Miniinthebox

CN.

Sam's Club

All regions.

Shein

CN.

Shopify

All regions.

The Home Depot

US.

VidaXL

DE, UK, US.

Walmart

US.

Wayfair

CA, UK, US.

Steps to import products

The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension makes it easy to import products from supported suppliers with just a few clicks. Import single products, bulk import multiple items at once, or publish directly to your store instead of saving as drafts.

Publish to store settings

By default, products are added as drafts when imported by the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension. To publish directly to your store:

  1. Open the extension.

  2. Click the gear icon (⚙️).

  3. Change the setting from "Draft to Store" to "Publishing to Store."

  4. Click Update to apply the setting.
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Future imports will now be published directly to your selected stores, instead of being saved as drafts.

Search and import products

To search for products inside the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, and prepare it for importing:

  1. Select stores: Choose one or multiple stores for simultaneous importing.

  2. Select suppliers: Use the supplier dropdown to select the location from which you want to search and import.

  3. Select regions: Pick the "Ships From" location to ensure you're sourcing from the correct geographical area.

  4. Search bar: Type a keyword related to your product, such as "headphones" or "yoga mat."

  5. Click Search Now to begin.
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The extension will automatically open all selected supplier websites in new tabs, ready for you to browse and import products.

Import a single product

To import a single product in the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, while browsing a supplier's website:

  1. Click the "+" button on the product image in your search results.

  2. Alternatively, select the AutoDS Helper icon (DS logo) while viewing the product page and click the "+ Import" button.

  3. The product will be instantly added to your AutoDS account according to your chosen settings.


Import multiple products (bulk import)

To import multiple products at once from a supplier's search results page, in the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension:

  1. Click the AutoDS Helper icon (DS logo) on the page.

  2. A table will appear displaying all detected products on the current page.

  3. Use the checkboxes to select the items you want to import.

  4. Click "+ Import" to add all selected products to your AutoDS account.
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This bulk import feature is particularly useful when you want to build your product catalog from supplier search results quickly.
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Amazon stores: special considerations

Bulk import is only supported for Amazon stores when using Amazon as the supplier. This limitation exists because Amazon stores require an ASIN (Amazon Standard Identification Number) for each product.

What is an ASIN? An ASIN is a unique 10-character code used by Amazon to identify and manage products across its platform. This identifier is essential for listing products in Amazon stores.

If you attempt to use bulk import for an Amazon store with a non-Amazon supplier, you'll see the following message: "You can use bulk import for Amazon stores only when importing products from an Amazon supplier."

Workaround: importing single products to Amazon stores

If you're using a non-Amazon supplier but want to list products in your Amazon store, you can still import single products with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, using this method:

  1. Click the "+" button on the product image in your search results on the supplier website with the extension enabled to start the import process.​

  2. Find the product you want to sell on Amazon's website and copy the product's ASIN from either the product URL (for example, amazon.com/dp/B08J6LZQZ6) or the Product Details section on the Amazon listing page.​

  3. Paste the ASIN into the extension to complete the import and click the "Import" button.

This method enables you to list products in your Amazon store, even when the original supplier is not Amazon, providing flexibility in your product sourcing.

Copy and paste buyer addresses (for manual orders)

The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension features a powerful tool that enables you to copy buyer addresses directly from the Orders Page and paste them into supplier checkout forms when manually fulfilling orders. This feature significantly speeds up the order fulfillment process and reduces typing errors that can lead to shipping problems.

Note: If you prefer fully automated order fulfillment instead of manual processing, click here to learn more about automating your orders with Fulfilled by AutoDS (FBA).

Supported suppliers for address pasting

You can use the AutoDS Helper paste address feature on the following supplier checkout pages:

  • eBay.

  • Amazon.

  • AliExpress.

  • Walmart.

Note: More channels may be added in future updates to expand this functionality.


How to copy and paste addresses

The process is simple and involves two main steps: copying the buyer's address from your AutoDS account and pasting it directly into the supplier's checkout page.

Follow the steps below to streamline your manual order fulfillment:

Step 1: Copy the buyer's address from AutoDS

To copy a buyer's shipping address from your AutoDS account:

  1. Go to your Orders Page in AutoDS.

  2. Click Edit next to the order you want to fulfill.

  3. Click the Copy Address button.

  4. Choose one of the two options from the dropdown menu:

    • Copy only address: Copies name, street, city, postal code, and country

    • Copy address + phone: Includes the phone number as well for suppliers that require it.

  5. A success message will confirm that the AutoDS Helper Extension has saved the data temporarily.

The address information is now stored in the extension's temporary clipboard, ready to be pasted on the supplier's checkout page.

Tip: If you don't see the option to copy the address on your Orders Page:

  1. Log in to the extension again if you recently cleared your cookies.

  2. Ensure the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension is pinned in Google Chrome.

  3. Try reinstalling the extension.

Step 2: Paste the address into the supplier checkout page

After copying the address from AutoDS, you can quickly paste it on the supplier's website:

  1. Go to the supplier website where you're placing the order.

  2. Proceed to the checkout page and ensure all address fields are visible on the screen.

  3. Click the Paste button provided by the AutoDS Helper Extension.

  4. The extension will automatically fill in the shipping details using the saved address information.

Important: Ensure the correct address fields are visible on the checkout page before clicking 'Paste'. The extension needs to detect the fields to populate them correctly.

Note: The Paste button automatically fills all address fields based on the data you copied from AutoDS. If no valid data is available in the clipboard, an error message will appear prompting you to copy the address again.

Paste address: supported suppliers (step-by-step)

Each supplier has slightly different checkout processes. Here's how to use the AutoDS Helper paste address feature on each supported supplier:

eBay: How to paste the address with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension

  1. Add the product to your cart and proceed to checkout.

  2. On the shipping address page, click the Paste button from the AutoDS Helper Extension.

  3. The buyer's address will automatically fill in all required fields.

  4. Review the information and complete your purchase.

Amazon: How to paste the address with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension

  1. Add the product to your cart and go to checkout.

  2. At the shipping address section, click the Paste button from the AutoDS Helper Extension.

  3. Verify that all address fields are populated correctly.

  4. Continue with the order placement process.

AliExpress: How to paste the address with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension

  1. Select the product and proceed to the order page.

  2. In the shipping address section, click the Paste button from the AutoDS Helper Extension.

  3. Check that the address information is correctly filled in all fields.

  4. Complete the order as usual.

Walmart: How to paste the address with the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension

  1. Add items to your cart and proceed to checkout.

  2. When you reach the shipping address page, click the Paste button from the AutoDS Helper Extension.

  3. Confirm the address details are accurate.

  4. Finish placing the order.

Tip: Always double-check the pasted address information before completing your order to ensure accuracy and avoid shipping errors.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can I use the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension with my Virtual Assistant (VA)?

Yes, the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension works perfectly for Virtual Assistants building product catalogs.

Your VA can log into the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension using your AutoDS credentials and quickly import product lists to your stores.

This feature significantly speeds up product research and catalog-building tasks, making it an excellent tool for delegating work to team members.

Check this article to understand how you can work with Virtual Assistants in AutoDS and set the right permissions.

How long does the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension store copied address data?

The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension stores copied address data temporarily in your browser session. The address information remains available for pasting until you close your browser, copy a new address, or clear your browser data.

For security and privacy reasons, the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension keeps customer address information only during your current browser session.

Why isn't the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension activating on the supplier website?

The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension works primarily on supplier search result pages and category pages. Ensure you're on a search result page, rather than a product page or homepage. The extension activates when it detects multiple products on the page, which is typical of search results and category listings.

Why isn't the AutoDS icon appearing when I'm on a supplier website?

If the AutoDS icon appears missing on the supplier website, verify the following:

  • The AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension is properly installed and enabled in your Chrome browser.

  • The AutoDS Helper is active and has the necessary permissions enabled (check chrome://extensions/ in your browser's address bar).

Why aren't imported products loading into my AutoDS account?

If items aren't loading into your AutoDS account when using the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension, verify the following:

  • You're logged into your AutoDS account through the extension.

  • The supplier you're importing from is supported.

  • Your internet connection is stable.

  • You have sufficient permissions in your AutoDS account to add products.

Why isn't the Paste button working when I try to fill in buyer addresses?

If the Paste button isn't working when using the AutoDS Helper Chrome Extension to fill in buyer addresses, verify you've copied the address from AutoDS first. The paste feature requires valid address data in the extension's temporary clipboard.

  • Return to your Orders Page.

  • Click Edit on the order.

  • Click Copy Address again before attempting to paste on the supplier checkout page.

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