Edit keywords in bulk

You can make bulk changes to your keywords by using tools such as Google Ads Editor or Google Ads API (Google Ads API (AdWords API)), or by using the Edit menu.

Google Ads Editor

You can use Google Ads Editor, a free downloadable application for managing your account, to make bulk changes to your keywords. The process is simple: download your account, make your changes, and then upload your revised campaigns when the changes are finalized.

Google Ads API (Google Ads API (AdWords API))

You can use Google Ads API (Google Ads API (AdWords API)) (Application Programming Interface), a tool that lets developers build applications that directly interact with the Google Ads server. If your account is larger or complex, these applications can help you manage your account more efficiently.

Edit menu

You can save time by using the Edit menu to make multiple edits to several keywords at the same time.

1. Sign in to your Google Ads account.
2. Click the campaign containing the keywords you want to edit.
3. Click Keywords.
4. Select the keyword you wish to edit.
5. Click the Edit drop-down list and select what you want to edit.