Metafield Definition Capability Framework and Deprecation of use_as_collection_condition

As of API version 2024-10, we're introducing the Metafield Definition Capability Framework and deprecating the use_as_collection_condition field on the Metafield Definition object. The new smart_collection_condition capability will replace the deprecated field, providing a more flexible and extensible way to manage metafield behaviors in smart collections.

What's changing?

• The use_as_collection_condition field on Metafield Definitions is being deprecated.
• A new smart_collection_condition capability is being introduced as part of the Metafield Definition Capability Framework.

Why it matters

The new Capability Framework offers several benefits:

1. Improved flexibility: Capabilities can be easily added, removed, or modified without changing the core Metafield Definition structure.
2. Better extensibility: New capabilities can be introduced in the future without affecting existing implementations.
3. Clearer semantics: Capabilities provide a more explicit way to define metafield behaviors.

How to update

To prepare for this change, update your API calls and app logic as follows:

1. Instead of setting use_as_collection_condition: true, use:

   capabilities: {
     smartCollectionCondition: {
       enabled: true
     }
   }
   

2. When querying metafield definitions, check the smart_collection_condition capability instead of the use_as_collection_condition field:

   query {
     metafieldDefinition(id: "gid://shopify/MetafieldDefinition/1234") {
       capabilities {
         smartCollectionCondition {
           enabled
         }
       }
     }
   }
   

Timeline

• API version 2024-10: The new capability is available, and use_as_collection_condition is deprecated but still functional.
• Future version: The use_as_collection_condition field will be removed entirely.

We recommend updating your integrations to use the new capability as soon as possible to ensure a smooth transition.

Learn more about metafield capabilities at Shopify.dev Learn more about the Metafield Definition Capability Framework at Shopify.dev.