How can I set a custom order ID in a more professional way?

How can I set a custom order ID in a more professional way?

TopRock
Excursionist
14 0 3

Hi there,

 

Noticing that orders start by #1001 and there is not much of user settings and preferences, I don't really like that as I would prefer to be something more professional.

 

My idea is to choose from other possible or available options like by order date, for example today's: #20240423-01. Maybe? 

Last digits will give 99 possible orders per day, which I guess is more than enough.

 

Perhaps there could be other options or suggestions?

Thanks for your help!

 

Reply 1 (1)

Trevor
Shopify Staff (Retired)
3408 463 1003

Setting a random order ID wouldn't be possible within Shopify. You can, however, add a prefix to your order number: 

 

To add a prefix to your Shopify order numbers, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Settings > Store details.
  2. In the Order ID format section, enter your desired prefix in the Prefix field.
  3. Click Save.

https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/orders/edit-orders

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