Add custom message on cart page

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Topic summary

Goal: Display a temporary notice on the cart page about order processing delays (e.g., during an absence).

What worked (Dawn 13.0.1):

  • Edit Code > Sections > main-cart-items.liquid.
  • Insert the message text directly in that template (as plain text) per the provided screenshot.
  • Result: Confirmed successful; message appears on the cart page. The earlier cart drawer method/link was not effective for this need.

Additional request (Origin theme):

  • A second user attempted the same approach on the Origin theme but the message did not appear.
  • Helper requested the store URL to diagnose further.
  • Status: Unresolved for Origin; pending more details.

Notes:

  • The shared screenshot is central, showing the exact file and placement for Dawn.
  • The solution is a simple static text insertion; no dynamic date logic was discussed.
  • Thread outcome: Resolved for Dawn user; ongoing for Origin user awaiting troubleshooting steps.
Summarized with AI on December 12. AI used: gpt-5.
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Hello,

I am trying to add a message on my cart page to inform customers about an upcoming absence. “Please note that any orders placed between XX and XX will be processed after we return on XX”, for example. I am using Dawn 13.0.1.

I followed the solution posted here https://community.shopify.com/c/shopify-design/how-to-add-custom-text-to-the-cart-drawer-dawn-13-theme/m-p/2468027 but is has no effect. Also, it would be better to have the message on the actual cart page, not just the drawer.

Thank you!

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@echolot

please confirm which theme you are using? also the store url? plz

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I am using Dawn 13.0.1

Store URL: shop.filmomat.eu

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@echolot

please refer to the below instructions

Go the Theme Files > Edit Code > Sections > main-cart-items.liquid

Open the file and paste the below code according to the screenshot.


"Please note that any orders placed between XX and XX will be processed after we return on XX"

2024-05-27 17_03_01-dawn_sections_main-cart-items.liquid at main · Shopify_dawn · GitHub — Mozilla F.png
2024-05-27 17_03_01-dawn_sections_main-cart-items.liquid at main · Shopify_dawn · GitHub — Mozilla F.png1045×595 29.8 KB

Do let me know if you still my help.

Thanks

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That worked! Thank you so much for the fast help!

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@echolot

no problem feel free to contact anytime you need help :slightly_smiling_face:

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I’m needing the same help please but I am using orgin theme? Thankyou Teena

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@teenanorthey

Yes sure please you can use the same code.

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I have tried but it hasn’t worked.

code cart.JPG
code cart.JPG1435×1128 155 KB

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This hasn’t worked. What have I done wrong? Thankyou Teena

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@teenanorthey share store url