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