Shopify CSV import says Title must be filled
What this means
Shopify shows a Title must be filled error when it cannot read a valid product title from the Product CSV row. The title may be truly empty, but the more common cause is a malformed CSV where columns have shifted.
Why it matters before Shopify import
If the CSV delimiter, quote characters, or line breaks are broken, Shopify may read the wrong value under the Title column. That can make a row look empty even when the title is visible in your spreadsheet app.
How to fix it in the CSV
- Confirm the file is still comma-separated and has a
Titleheader. - Check rows with long descriptions, commas, quotes, or pasted text from another source.
- Make sure quoted text is closed correctly, especially in description fields.
- Compare the edited CSV with the original Shopify export before importing again.
Example
| Handle | Title | Body (HTML) |
|---|---|---|
| linen-shirt | Lightweight linen shirt |
In this example, the Title field is empty. If your spreadsheet shows a title, inspect the raw CSV for misplaced commas or broken quote characters.