Enable Search and Filter for Metaobject Fields

Executive summary:

• Metaobject fields can now be searchable and filterable.
• Aligns with metafield definition capabilities.
• Benefits Shopify Plus merchants with streamlined data handling.

What changed

Shopify has introduced the admin_filterable capability, allowing metaobject fields to be made searchable and filterable in the Shopify Admin. This matches the behavior available for metafields, enabling merchants to filter lists and create saved views based on field criteria.

Why it matters

This update significantly enhances data management capabilities within the Shopify Admin. By making metaobject fields searchable and filterable, merchants can quickly isolate and examine fields of interest, improving efficiency and decision-making processes.

Role-specific impact

• Marketers: Gain better insights by filtering and viewing specific data segments instantly.
• Developers: Implementing searchable fields can simplify complex queries.
• Store admins: Quickly manage and organize data using field-level filters and views.

Use-case example

Real-world scenario & metric

A large retailer wants to track product tags effectively. They utilize admin_filterable to filter products by tag attributes, creating tailored marketing strategies. As a result, they see a 15% boost in campaign effectiveness.

Implementation checklist

1. Create or update field definitions in the Admin GraphQL API with admin_filterable enabled.
2. Verify admin_filterable status through the Admin GraphQL API queries.
3. Leverage filtered views within your Shopify Admin interface.

FAQ

Q: How do I enable a field as filterable in Shopify Admin?
A: Use the Admin GraphQL API to set admin_filterable true when defining metaobject fields.

Q: Can this be applied to existing fields?
A: Yes, update field definitions and enable the admin_filterable capability.

Resources

Learn more about metaobjectDefinitionUpdate on Shopify Dev.

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