Hosting Third-Party Images for Products in NetSuite

TL;DR Opening

This article explains how to host product images using a third-party service in NetSuite, allowing for easier management of image URLs in product listings. By creating custom fields and mapping these image URLs, you can streamline the process of syncing images with marketplaces or carts.

How to Host Images with a Third-Party

When using a third-party service to host images for your products, you'll need to ensure that the image URLs are publicly accessible. It's essential for these URLs to end with an appropriate image file extension, such as .jpg or .gif. For instance:

http://www.yourhoster.com/yourimage.jpg

To utilize these images in NetSuite, you should create a custom field for storing the image URLs. This custom field will be of type Free-Form Text.

Steps to Add Image URL to an Item

1. Go to Lists > Accounting > Items.
2. Find the item to which you wish to add the image and click Edit.
3. Locate the field designated for the URL storage and input the image URL.
4. Click Save.

Additional Options: Custom Image Field

You can also create a custom image field within NetSuite to manage your product images directly:

Creating a Custom Image Field and Uploading Images

1. Navigate to Customization > Lists, Records, & Fields > Item Fields > New.
2. On the Custom Item Fields page:
   • Label: Enter a name for your image field.
   • ID: Specify an identifier for the field.
   • Type: Select Image from the list.
   • Applies To: Select all applicable item types.
3. Click Save.
4. Edit an item of the selected types in Edit mode and find your new field.
5. Hover over the field and click the plus icon to add a new image, selecting the file and confirming settings for accessibility.
6. After uploading, ensure the image appears correctly under the new field.

Mapping Image Fields for Synchronicity

Once your images are set up, you must map these fields in NetSuite Connector to ensure they correctly post to your desired marketplace or cart.

Steps to Map Image Fields

1. Log into NetSuite Connector.
2. From the left menu, select the applicable connector and account.
3. Navigate to Mappings > Products.
4. Click Add Mapping.
5. Access the Standard dropdown to find available fields for mapping.
6. Locate the corresponding image field name for your connector and click Add Mapping.
7. Configure any additional mappings as necessary, particularly if your marketplace supports multiple images.
8. After configuring, click Save Changes.
9. Test the mappings by modifying a product in NetSuite that is being synced, ensuring the image field contains data.

Key Takeaways

• Using third-party image hosting can enhance your product listings in NetSuite.
• Ensure your image URLs are accessible and correctly formatted.
• A custom field of type Free-Form Text is required for image URLs.
• Mapping image fields in NetSuite Connector is crucial for successful synchronization with marketplaces.
• Always test your integrations to confirm functionality.