Issue with markets

Shopify Discussion

Topic summary

Main issue: The store was accidentally configured to the Australia market, so all theme changes exist only there. The user wants to copy those changes to the default market and enable local currencies.

Proposed solution (latest update):

  • Export theme settings: Online Store > Themes > Actions > Edit code > config/settings_data.json, then copy its contents (this file holds all theme settings).
  • Create a backup by duplicating the theme before changes.
  • Apply to default market: Settings > Markets > select Default market, then paste the copied settings into the corresponding settings_data.json for that market’s theme.
  • Enable local currencies: Settings > Payments, turn on multiple currencies, and configure the currencies to support.
  • Additional tips: Check app compatibility across markets/currencies and test thoroughly after changes.

Outcome/status: Clear step-by-step guidance provided; no confirmation from the original poster that the issue is resolved. Discussion appears open.

Summarized with AI on December 17. AI used: gpt-5.
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Hey there, when i was creating my website i accidentally set it to Australia instead of default so all of my changes have only saved to one market, does anyone know how i could copy and paste these changes to default or duplicate my Australia (i would like to add local currencies)

Thanks.

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This is Amelia from PageFly - Landing Page Builder App

You can copy your changes from the Australia market to the default market. Here’s how you can do it:

Step-by-Step Guide to Duplicate Market Changes1. Export Your Theme Settings:

  • Go to Online Store > Themes in your Shopify admin.
  • Click on Actions next to your current theme and select Edit code.
  • In the code editor, find the config folder and open the settings_data.json file.
  • Copy the contents of this file. This file contains all your theme settings.

  1. Create a Backup:

    • Before making any changes, it’s a good idea to create a backup of your current theme. You can do this by duplicating your theme in the Themes section.

  2. Apply Settings to Default Market:

    • Go to Settings > Markets in your Shopify admin.
    • Select the Default market.
    • Navigate to the Theme settings for the default market.
    • Paste the copied settings_data.json content into the corresponding file for the default market.

  3. Adjust Local Currencies:

    • Go to Settings > Payments.
    • Ensure that you have enabled multiple currencies if you want to add local currencies.
    • Configure the currencies you want to support in your store.

Additional Tips- Check for App Conflicts: Ensure that any apps you use are compatible with multiple markets and currencies.

  • Test Thoroughly: After making these changes, thoroughly test your store to ensure everything works as expected in both markets.

Hope that my solution works for you.

Best regards,

Amelia | PageFly