Can you install the POS app on a Windows 11 workstation?

Can you install the POS app on a Windows 11 workstation?

aharford
Visitor
2 0 4

Can the Shopify POS app be installed on a Windows 11 Workstation?  We need to take credit cards at POS Windows Workstation.  Please suggest any workarounds to this dilemma. 

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Victor
Shopify Staff
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Hi @aharford,

 

The Shopify POS can only be installed on iOS and Android devices and therefore could not be installed on a Windows operating system. If you have a mobile device, you can install the POS app there and use it to accept in-person payments.

 

Is there a reason why you'd specifically need to use Shopify POS on a Windows Workstation?

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aharford
Visitor
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We use Windows based computers in our store, not apple or android.  I spent hours transitioning to Shopify from QB POS before this became apparent in last steps of migration. It's quite honestly unfathomable to me that Shopify does not have a Windows app.

 

Danceman1
Excursionist
30 1 8

Wonder if this would work?

 

https://ipadian.net/

Danceman1
Excursionist
30 1 8

Actually that's not a emulator - some are listed here:

 

https://www.guru99.com/best-ios-emulators-pc-windows-mac.html

Victor
Shopify Staff
2611 236 555

Hi @aharford,

 

Right, I see. Our POS device is designed for mobile devices and tablets, the vast majority of which have an iOS or Android operating system. Nonetheless, I can appreciate why this is disappointing in your situation and your feedback on this is welcomed.

 

As others have mentioned below, you could potentially use an emulator on your computer to simulate having an iOS or Android device, but this is not something supported or encouraged by Shopify.

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BoelsBakery
Shopify Partner
2 0 1

Is there a reason why you'd specifically need to use Shopify POS on a Windows Workstation?

 

There are many POS touchscreens that are specifically designed for use in a retail environment and all of them require Windows. With an iOS or Android app, you're forced to use an iPad or tablet. That's quite often suboptimal, due to the screen size or the robustness of the device. We're running a Shopify POS pilot in our chain of 40 bakeries and iPads are an issue when our employees have flour on their hands.

BoelsBakery
Shopify Partner
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If you also struggle with the limitations of needing an Ipad or Android tablet to run Shopify POS (like we had in our bakeries): we found a solution at Elo Touch. In their assortment, they offer 15" POS solutions that run Android. This allows to run Shopify Plus on hardware that's better suited than an Ipad in a retail environment.

Caza
Visitor
2 0 0
Ok thank you I will check it out 🙂

princessamazon
Visitor
1 0 0

I have tested Shopify POS on different kind of laptops. But it is only working on iOS and android device.

Princess
Victor
Shopify Staff
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Hi @princessamazon,

 

This is expected behaviour as Shopify POS is only built for iOS and Android devices, as per our Help Center. You can use the app on your mobile device or on tablets such as iPads.

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Caza
Visitor
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Hi Aharfod - I am just wondering if you found a solution re shopify POS on Windows?

Victor
Shopify Staff
2611 236 555

Hi @Caza,

 

As outlined above, it is not possible to use Shopify POS on a Windows device. The app is only built for iOS and Android devices, which includes both tablets and mobile phones. You can read more about how you can use Shopify POS over on our Help Center. Please let me know if you have any further questions.

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Ram1011
Visitor
1 0 2

Honestly, it's very disappointing that a company as big as Shopify doesn't offer a windows version of their POS software.  lots of businesses today use their computer or windows based POSs to run their business. I believe Shopify doesn't want to make it on purpose to sell more POS devices from Shopify directly to their customers. 

MSamir
Visitor
1 0 0

Yes you can setup it without any emulator you can use windows subsystem for android i will share the link to download it and its works fine but i have one issue now and working on it to solve it to also use customer viewer  to share the price with the customer cuz i use POS with 2 screens 
Releases · MustardChef/WSABuilds (github.com)  

Salaroerti
Visitor
1 0 0

hello i tryed to instal in windows 11 but had profblemScreenshot 2024-08-06 115347.png

Blank_Canvas
Tourist
7 0 6

This actually works really well, and is very easy to install. The instructions make it seem like it will be complicated, but just run, "Run.bat" (Note, it might not have ".bat" next to "Run"). And that was it. After it installs, open the Play store (It is located in the Start menu of Windows), log in and search for ShopifyPos.

LamaPOS
Shopify Partner
7 0 0

Unfortunately, the official Shopify POS app can't be installed on a Windows 11 Workstation, as it's designed for iOS and Android devices. However, you can try our LamaPOS, which is a point-of-sale app specifically developed for Windows (and also available for macOS).

LamaPOS integrates with your Shopify store and supports various hardware like receipt printers and barcode scanners. If you'd like to test it out, we can provide you with a demo version. Just send us an email at [email protected], and we'll be happy to assist you!

Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!

Try LamaPOS for Windows! Connect your Shopify store to a seamless in-store sales experience. Download the demo and see for yourself!
https://lp.lamapos.com
KikeInn
New Member
6 0 0
Hello LamaPOS,
I did the procedure you mentioned on how to make Shopify work on Windows, everything works except the printer, I can't get the printer to be detected on the LAN. I have a mC-Print3.

For you... Did you have a problem like mine?

 

Blank_Canvas
Tourist
7 0 6
Sorry, no I don't. I am only using it to access and troubleshoot from my
WorkStation.