Set Conditions Based on Product Tags

When you want to add some products to your collection, you will need to set the conditions for that collection. The conditions of a collection are set based on various factors, such as product title, product tag, product weight, and inventory stock. 

In the previous post, I shared how to set conditions based on the product title, variant title, type, or vendor. In the tutorial below, I will tell you the easiest way to set your conditions according to the product tags. Let’s get started!

Product Tag Guidelines: An Overview

When using tags for your Shopify products, following key guidelines can make your tagging system more effective and user-friendly. Here’s a detailed overview of best practices for product tags:

• Keep it simple with characters: Stick to basic letters, numbers, and hyphens in your tags. Avoiding accented letters, special symbols, or punctuation marks is best. For example, the system might treat tags like “red-new,” “red_new,” and “red+new” the same way.
• Be mindful of the length: Shorter tags are generally easier to manage and remember. Keep your tags concise - around 16 characters or less is a good rule of thumb.
• Consider customer visibility: Ensure your tags are customer-friendly and make sense from their perspective. For instance, instead of using an internal code like “myfall19”, opt for something more straightforward like “Fall-2019”.
• Don’t rely on tags for SEO: Search engines don’t use tags to rank your store, so don’t create tags solely for SEO. Instead, use relevant keywords in your product titles, descriptions, and metadata.
• Be consistent: Create a consistent tagging strategy across your products. This could involve using specific formats for different types of information, like “Color-Blue” or “Material-Cotton”.

How To Set Conditions Based on Product Tags on Shopify for Desktop

Step 1: From your Shopify admin, go to Products > Collections.

Step 2: Create a New Collection: Click the “+” sign to create a new collection or select an existing collection you wish to modify.

Step 3: Set Product Tag Condition:

• In the Conditions section, choose “Product tag” from the first drop-down list.
• From the second drop-down, choose how the product tag should match (e.g., is equal to, contains, etc.).
• Enter the specific product tag in the third field.

If you want to add multiple tags, click “Add” another condition.

Step 4: Save Your Changes: After setting the conditions, click “Save” at the top right corner.

Once you’ve saved, Shopify will automatically include products matching the specified tags in the collection

How To Set Conditions Based on Product Tags on Shopify for Mobile

• Step 1: Go to the Shopify Admin: On your mobile device, open the Shopify app and navigate to Products > Collections.
• Step 2: Create or Edit a Collection: Tap on either Create Collection to make a new one or select an existing collection to edit it.
• Step 3: Set the Condition Type: In the Conditions section, tap Add or the “+” button. Choose the Product tag from the first drop-down list.
• Step 4: Select the Condition: In the second drop-down list, select how the tag should match the condition, such as is equal to or contains.
• Step 5: Enter the Tag: In the third field, type the product tag you want to use (e.g., “summer”).
• Step 6: Save the Collection: After adding your condition, tap Save. The products matching the tag will now be automatically added to the collection.

This process is identical on both iPhone and Android devices​. If needed, you can add multiple conditions to refine the collection based on other criteria, such as price, inventory, or vendor.

Bottom Line 

I hope this post helps you easily set conditions based on product tags on Shopify. Using these steps, you can quickly organize your collections and improve store management. Setting up product tags will make it easier to display relevant products automatically. Feel free to explore more tips to keep improving your store!

FAQs

How do I add product conditions in Shopify?

You can add product conditions when creating an automated collection. In the Conditions section, choose Product tag, then select how the product needs to match the condition (e.g., is equal to, contains), and enter the specific tag. Save the collection to apply the condition.

Are Shopify product tags case-sensitive?

Yes, Shopify product tags are case-sensitive. Tags like “Summer” and “summer” will be treated as separate entities, so it’s essential to maintain consistency when applying tags.

How do I automate customer tags in Shopify?

You can automate customer tags in Shopify by using Shopify Flow or third-party apps like MESA. For example, Shopify Flow allows you to create workflows that automatically tag customers based on specific actions, such as placing an order or reaching a certain purchase threshold. To manage tagging automatically, you set triggers like “Customer creates account” and actions like “Add customer tag.”

Do Shopify product tags affect SEO?

Shopify product tags do not directly affect SEO. They are primarily used for internal organization and customer filtering, but well-organized tags can improve user experience, which may indirectly benefit SEO.

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