What this section controls
- Cart items list with quantities
- Remove item functionality
- Cart total calculation
- Checkout button
- Empty cart message
Getting started
1
Open Theme Customizer
In your Shopify admin, go to Online Store > Themes and click Customize on your active theme.
2
Navigate to cart page
Use the page selector dropdown to select Cart to preview the cart page.
3
Locate the template
The “Cart items” section controls the main cart template (when not using cart drawer).
Template settings
This section has no customizable settings - cart functionality is automatic and controlled by theme settings. Automatic features:- Cart item list with product images
- Quantity adjustment (+/- buttons)
- Remove item buttons
- Price calculations (subtotal, totals)
- Checkout button
- Empty cart state
- Continue shopping link
Best practices
Test cart functionality
Regularly test adding items, updating quantities, and removing items to ensure smooth cart experience.
Consider cart drawer
Many stores prefer cart drawer over cart page for faster checkout flow. Configure in Theme Settings → Cart.
Add cart upsells
Use additional sections on cart template for product recommendations, shipping thresholds, or trust badges.
Monitor cart abandonment
Track cart abandonment rates - high rates may indicate checkout friction beyond cart display itself.