Modifiers
Modifiers Overview
Create and manage product customization options with modifier groups, enabling customers to personalize their orders with sizes, add-ons, and variations.
Modifier groups are powerful tools that allow you to create customizable product options. They enable customers to personalize their orders by selecting from predefined choices like sizes, add-ons, cooking preferences, and other variations.
What are Modifier Groups?
Modifier groups organize related customization options into logical categories. For example:- Size Options: Small, Medium, Large
- Add-ons: Extra cheese, bacon, avocado
- Preparation: Rare, medium, well-done
- Flavors: Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry
Key Components
Modifier Groups
The container that defines:- Quantity Rules: Minimum and maximum selections required
- Pricing Rules: Free options vs. premium add-ons
- Display Order: How options appear to customers
- Status: Active or inactive modifier groups
Modifier Options
Individual choices within a group:- Store Items: Products that serve as customization options
- Pricing: Additional cost for premium options
- Availability: Active or inactive options
Item Mappings
Links between products and modifier groups:- Product Association: Which items can be customized
- Group Assignment: Which modifier groups apply to each product
Management Operations
Create & Configure
Set up new modifier groups with custom rules and constraints
Manage Options
Add, remove, and organize customization choices
Link Products
Associate products with relevant modifier groups
Monitor & Update
Review configurations and make adjustments as needed
Business Benefits
Enhanced Customer Experience
- Personalization: Customers can customize orders to their preferences
- Clarity: Organized options make selection easier
- Flexibility: Support for complex product variations
Operational Efficiency
- Centralized Management: Modify options across multiple products simultaneously
- Automated Pricing: Consistent pricing rules for add-ons and variations
- Order Accuracy: Structured customization reduces confusion
Revenue Optimization
- Upselling: Premium options increase average order value
- Menu Flexibility: Easily adapt to seasonal or promotional changes
- Customer Satisfaction: Better customization leads to higher satisfaction
Best Practices
Organizing Modifier Groups
Organizing Modifier Groups
- Group related options together (e.g., all size options in one group)
- Use clear, descriptive names for groups and options
- Set appropriate minimum and maximum selection limits
- Consider the logical flow of customer decision-making
Pricing Strategy
Pricing Strategy
- Use free options for basic choices (e.g., size selections)
- Apply additional charges for premium add-ons
- Keep pricing simple and transparent
- Consider offering free options to encourage customization
Product Linking
Product Linking
- Only link relevant modifier groups to products
- Avoid overwhelming customers with too many options
- Test the customer experience before launching
- Regularly review and optimize modifier assignments
Changes to modifier groups immediately affect customer ordering experience. Test modifications in a staging environment when possible.
Start with simple modifier groups and gradually add complexity as you learn what works best for your customers and operations.