Import and Export Items - Plato

Use import and export when you need to work with many inventory items at once.

Inventory items list

Export Items

Click Export All from the Items page. The export is useful when you want to review item names, SKUs, units, or current setup outside Plato.

Import Items

Click Import Items to open the import window.

Import items action

The import window lets you upload item data instead of creating every item manually.

Import items modal

Before Importing

Check the file before uploading:

Item names should be clear and unique.
SKUs should not conflict with existing items.
Storage units and ingredient units should be consistent.
Conversion factors should be correct.
Minimum stock values should match how your team counts stock.

After Importing

Open the Items list and check a few rows before using the imported items in purchasing, counts, production, or formulas.

Add or Edit an Item