Amount Off Order

Creating an “Amount Off Order” Discount in Shopify (Step-by-Step SOP)

This discount applies to the entire order value, not to specific products or collections.


Step 1: Open the Discounts Page

  • Log in to Shopify Admin

  • From the left-side menu, click Discounts


Step 2: Click “Create Discount”

  • Click Create discount in the top-right corner


Step 3: Choose the Discount Type

  • A popup window will appear

  • Select Amount off order


Step 4: Select the Discount Method

Choose one of the following options:

  • Discount code

    • Customers must enter a code at checkout

    • Example: SALE10

  • Automatic discount

    • Discount applies automatically at checkout

    • Enter a Title (visible to customers)


Step 5: Enter the Discount Code (If Applicable)

  • Enter your discount code (example: SALE10)

  • Or click Generate random code

(Skip this step if you selected Automatic discount)


Step 6: Set the Discount Value

Under Discount value, choose:

  • Percentage – Example: 10%

  • Fixed amount – Example: ₹100

Enter the discount value accordingly.


Step 7: Choose Who Can Use the Discount (Eligibility)

Select one option:

  • All customers

  • Specific customer segments

  • Specific customers

If you choose Specific customer segments:

  1. Click Browse

  2. Select the required segments using checkboxes

  3. Click Add


Step 8: Set Discount Usage Limits (Optional)

Enable limits if required:

  • Limit number of times this discount can be used
    (Total number of uses across all customers)

  • Limit to one use per customer


Step 9: Discount Combinations (Optional)

Choose whether this discount can be combined with:

  • Product discounts

  • Order discounts

  • Shipping discounts

⚠️ Note:
Allowing combinations may result in a very high total discount. Use carefully.


Step 10: Set Active Dates

  • Select the Start date and time

  • The discount will be active only during this period

Optional:

  • Tick Set end date

  • Choose the end date and time


Step 11: Save the Discount

  • Click Save in the top-right corner


✅ Result

The Amount Off Order discount is now active and will apply to the entire cart value based on your settings.


Best Practices

  • Use this discount for site-wide offers and festive sales

  • Always test the discount before going live

  • Clearly mention minimum conditions (if any) on banners

  • Set an end date to avoid manual disabling

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