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# Syncing images

How to sync Shopify product images

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**Archived:** This connector is no longer offered by Whalesync. Existing syncs will continue to run, but future improvements and support will be limited. See [Previous Connectors](/previous-connectors.md) for more details.
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## Syncing images

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We suggest using our [Shopify Template Pack](https://www.whalesync.com/template-packs/shopify) which has the correct tables/fields pre-created
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**TL;DR**

* In order to sync product images, you'll need to create a Media table that is separate from your Products table
* You can then link a Product to Media using a linked record (aka foreign key) field

**Detailed Explanation**

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1. In Airtable (or your other connected app), create a table called "Media"
2. In the Media table, include at least two fields: 1) Shopify Product ID 2) Image

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3. In the Products table, include a linked record from Product to Media

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