Adding items to a Shopify cart automatically can seem like an arduous process, but with the help of a few Shopify Scripts, it can be made much easier. Shopify Scripts allow you to customize the item added to cart automatically, as well as the quantity and cart total. This guide will walk you through how to automatically add items to Shopify carts using three different types of Shopify Scripts.
Shopify Script Types
There are three main types of Shopify Scripts that you can use to add items to a Shopify cart automatically. The type of script you use will depend on whether you want to add a single item, multiple items, or a combination of items and variations to your cart.
Single Item: A single item script is for adding a single item to the cart, regardless of the number of items ordered. This is often used for promotions like free shipping or a fixed-price item.
Multiple Items: A multiple item script allows you to add multiple items to the cart. For example, if you want to add two of the same item to the cart, this script will add both items automatically.
Variations: A variation script allows you to add items with variations to the cart. For example, if the item has different colors or sizes available, you can set the script to add the item in a particular color or size to the cart automatically.
How to Set Up a Shopify Script
Once you’ve chosen the type of Shopify script you’d like to use, you’ll need to set it up. To do this, you’ll need to go to the ‘Scripts’ section in your Shopify admin. From here, you can choose the type of script you’d like to set up and then follow the instructions for setting it up.
Here are the basic steps you’ll need to go through for each type of script:
- Choose the type of script you want to set up.
- Name the script and enter a brief description.
- Choose the relevant object (for example, the item or variation that you want to add automatically).
- Choose the conditions that need to be met for the item to be added automatically.
- Enter the quantity of the item you want to add to the cart.
- Choose the discount that you want to apply.
- Enter the code for the script.
- Save the script and test it out on the live site.
FAQs
What is a Shopify script?
A Shopify script is a piece of code that can be used to customize a customer’s shopping experience by automatically adding items to the cart, applying discounts, and more.
What types of Shopify scripts exist?
There are three main types of Shopify scripts: single item, multiple item, and variation scripts.
How do I set up a Shopify script?
To set up a Shopify script, you’ll need to go to the ‘Scripts’ section in your Shopify admin. From here, you can choose the type of script you’d like to set up and then follow the instructions for setting it up.
How do I test a Shopify script?
Once you’ve set up a Shopify script, you can test it by adding items to the test cart on the live site. This will allow you to see if the script is working as expected.
Are there any limitations when using Shopify scripts?
Yes, the script that you set up must meet Shopify’s terms of service, and the customer must have an active Shopify account in order for the script to work.
Conclusion
Shopify Scripts are a great way to add items to a cart automatically. By following this guide, you should now be able to set up and test Shopify Scripts, so you can customize your customer’s shopping experience.
Resources
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