Print-on-demand (POD) stores often let customers personalize products with names, messages, initials, quotes, or other custom text. Adding a text field directly to the product page gives customers an easy way to provide this information before placing an order.
There are two common ways to add a custom text field to a Shopify POD product: using Shopify's native Theme Editor without an app, or using a product options app such as Easify Custom Product Options for a more flexible setup.
In this guide, we'll walk through both methods and explain how to configure a custom text field for a POD product.
Key Takeaways
- Add a custom text field to a Shopify POD product.
- Use Shopify's Theme Editor and Custom Liquid for a basic text field.
- Use line item properties to capture customer-entered text.
- Add a custom text field with Easify without editing theme code.
- Configure character limits, placeholders, Help Text, and Required settings.
- Expand the customization workflow with additional product options when needed.
How to Add Engraving with Custom Pricing to a Jewelry Product on Shopify
There are two main ways to add engraving to a Shopify jewelry product.
The first method uses Shopify's native theme customization to collect basic engraving text through a custom field. The second method uses Easify Custom Product Options to create a more flexible engraving workflow with custom pricing, character limits, Conditional Logic, and Live Preview.
If you only need a simple engraving text field, Shopify's native approach may be enough. However, if you want customers to choose engraving options, pay an additional engraving fee, or preview their personalized jewelry before purchasing, a product options app can provide more flexibility.
Method 1: Adding Custom Fields Without Apps
If you only need a simple custom text field, you can add one directly through Shopify's Theme Editor without installing an additional app.
This method uses a Custom Liquid block and Shopify line item properties to collect the customer's input.
Step 1: Open Your Theme Editor
From your Shopify admin, go to:
Online Store → Edit theme
This opens Shopify's Theme Editor, where you can customize the layout and content of your product page.
Step 2: Select the Default Product Template
In the drop-down menu at the top of the editor, select Default Product or whichever product template you want to edit.
The template you select determines which products will display the custom text field.
If your POD products use a specific product template, make sure you select the correct one before adding the field.
Step 3: Add a Custom Liquid Block
In the left-hand sidebar, go to:
Product Information → Add Block → Custom Liquid
The Custom Liquid block allows you to insert your own HTML and Liquid code directly into the product page.
Step 4: Insert the Custom Field Code
Paste the following code into the Custom Liquid block:
<div class="custom-field" style="display: block; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1rem;"> {{ product.custom_field }} </div> <textarea id="custom-print-message" placeholder="Custom Print Message" name="properties[Message]" style="display: block; width: 100%; aspect-ratio: 2 / 1; resize: none; margin-bottom: 1rem;"></textarea>
The <textarea> creates the custom text field that customers can use to enter their personalized message.
The name="properties[Message]" attribute uses Shopify's line item properties, which allows the customer's input to be associated with the product when it is added to the cart.
Step 5: Save Your Changes
Click Save in the Theme Editor.
Method 2: Adding Custom Fields with Easify Custom Product Options
If your jewelry product needs more than a basic text field, Easify Custom Product Options can be used to create a more complete engraving workflow.
Step 1: Create an Engraving Option Set
First, open Easify Custom Product Options and create a new Option Set.
Step 2: Choose a Product Option Type
After creating the Option Set, choose the type of product option you want to use for the engraving.
For this example, select Text Box because customers need to enter their own engraving text, such as a name, initials, date, or short message.
Step 3: Configure the Engraving Text Box
After selecting Text Box, configure the option based on the engraving requirements.
These settings give you more control over the information customers submit and can help ensure that the text fits the available printing area.
For another example of configuring required customer input, see How to Make a Custom Field Required Before Adding to Cart in Shopify?
Step 4: Assign the Option Set to the POD Product
After configuring your Text Box, go to Select Products and choose the POD product where you want the custom text field to appear.
Final Thoughts
Adding a custom text field is a simple way to let customers personalize print-on-demand products with names, messages, initials, or other custom content.
Shopify's native Theme Editor can handle a basic text field using a Custom Liquid block and line item properties. However, this approach requires theme customization and can become less flexible when POD products need more advanced personalization features.
With Easify Custom Product Options, merchants can create custom text fields without editing theme code and expand the workflow with character limits, required fields, Conditional Logic, File Uploads, swatches, and other product customization options.
Ready to add custom text fields to your POD products? Try Easify Custom Product Options to create a flexible personalization workflow and give customers an easier way to customize products directly on Shopify.
FAQs
Can I add a custom text field to a Shopify POD product without an app?
Yes. Shopify allows merchants to add a basic custom text field through the Theme Editor using a Custom Liquid block and line item properties. This method works well when customers only need to enter simple information such as a name, initials, or short message. If you need character limits, Conditional Logic, File Uploads, or other advanced customization features, a product options app may be easier to manage.
How do I add a custom text field to a Shopify product?
You can add one using Shopify's Theme Editor and a Custom Liquid block, or use a product options app such as Easify Custom Product Options. With the native method, you add the field to the relevant product template and use a line item property to capture the customer's input. With Easify, you create an Option Set, add a Text Box, configure it, and assign it to the product.