Structa
Getting Started
Install the app, navigate the interface, and start editing in under a minute.
Installation
Structa is a Shopify Admin app embedded directly inside your Shopify admin dashboard. To install:
- Install the app from the Shopify App Store (or through your Shopify Partner dashboard if you are a developer).
- Authorize the app to access your store's metaobject data.
- The app will guide you through a one-time setup process.
Accessing the App
Once installed, find Structa in your Shopify admin sidebar under Apps and sales channels. Click the app name to open it. Because the app is embedded, it opens directly in the admin without leaving Shopify.
No configuration or setup is required beyond authorizing the app. Structa reads your existing metaobject definitions automatically.
The Welcome Page
When you install Structa for the first time, you will see the Welcome page. This page appears only once.
What You Will See
The Welcome page introduces you to the app with:
- Feature cards explaining what the app does:
- How it works — bulk edit in a spreadsheet-like interface
- Browse types — view all metaobject definitions
- Edit entries — support for 30+ field types
- Batch operations — save all your changes in a single click
- Privacy notice explaining GDPR and CCPA compliance, with links to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Notice.
Getting Past the Welcome Page
Click the Get Started button at the bottom right. You will accept the privacy policy and be taken to the app's homepage.
Homepage Overview
The Homepage is the main hub of the app. It is the first page you see after the welcome screen and can be accessed anytime by clicking Home in the app's navigation.
Hero Section
The top of the homepage displays quick stats (supported field types, zero-setup badge) and two call-to-action buttons:
- Get Started — scrolls down to the metaobject definitions table.
- Open Editor Directly — takes you straight to the bulk editor page.
A dismissible info banner explains what metaobjects are, with a link to Shopify's documentation.
Quick Start Guide
A 3-step checklist helps new users get oriented:
- Choose a metaobject type to edit — includes a "Browse Types" button to jump to the definitions table.
- Open the bulk editor and make your first edit — links to the bulk editor page.
- Save all your changes at once — with a link to learn more.
You can collapse this guide, and your progress is saved locally.
Metaobject Definitions Table
A table listing all your metaobject definitions with the following columns:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Definition name & type | The human-readable name and API type of the definition. |
| Fields | Number of fields in the definition. |
| Entries | Number of metaobject entries for this type. |
| Actions | Edit, Manage, or View the definition. |
Clicking the Edit button opens the bulk editor for that metaobject type.
Other Homepage Sections
- Subscription banner — shown if you are not on a paid plan.
- Feature grid — four key capabilities (edit any type, inline editing, batch operations, large datasets).
- Metrics dashboard — usage stats at a glance.
- How It Works — educational content about the bulk editor workflow.
- Field Type Support Tracker — shows which field types are supported.
- Updates — recent app improvements and new features.
- Feedback card — send feedback directly to the developers.
- Support resources — links to documentation, tutorials, and help.
App Navigation
A navigation bar appears at the top of every page with the following links:
| Link | Destination |
|---|---|
| Home | The homepage dashboard. |
| Plans | Manage your subscription and view available plans. |
| Review | Review changes proposed by AI agents (visible with MCP enabled). |
| MCP | Manage API tokens for AI integration (visible with MCP enabled). |
Key Navigation Patterns
From the Homepage:
- Click any row in the Definitions table to open that type in the Bulk Editor.
- Click "Browse Types" to scroll to the Definitions table.
- Click "Open Editor Directly" to jump to the Bulk Editor.
From the Bulk Editor:
- Use the metaobject type dropdown to switch between types without leaving the page.
- Click "Manage definition" to open Shopify's definition settings in a new window.
- Use the browser back button to return to the Homepage.
Deep Linking
You can bookmark or share URLs for quick access:
| Page | URL |
|---|---|
| Homepage | / |
| Bulk Editor (specific type) | /bulk-edit?type=YourType |
| Plans | /plans |
| MCP Settings | /mcp-settings |
| Review Queue | /review-queue |
The app is fully embedded in Shopify admin. You never leave the Shopify interface, and all session data is managed securely by Shopify.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Speed up your workflow with these shortcuts inside the editor table:
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Tab | Move to the next cell. |
| Cmd/Ctrl + Arrow keys | Navigate between rows and columns. |
| Cmd/Ctrl + S | Save all changes. |
| Cmd/Ctrl + F | Search within the table. |
Tips for Getting Started
- Start on the Homepage — it is designed to guide new users through the app's features.
- Use the Quick Start Guide — the 3-step checklist helps you understand the workflow.
- Check the Plans page — understand your subscription limits before bulk editing.
- Bookmark the editor — if you edit frequently, save
/bulk-edit?type=YourTypeas a browser bookmark.
New to metaobjects? They are Shopify's way of storing custom structured data — like product bundles, author bios, FAQ entries, or any reusable content. Learn more on Shopify.