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September 16, 2025

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* Admin GraphQL API
* 2025-10

# Order metafield definitions and values can now be used as filters in the Shopify Admin UI

Order metafield definitions and values can now be used as filters in the Shopify Admin UI, enhancing the functionality of the order index. This update enables merchants and developers to efficiently manage and organize orders based on specific metafield criteria, streamlining order processing and improving operational efficiency.

Additionally, you can now query order metafield definitions through the Admin GraphQL API using the [`metafieldDefinitions` query](https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql/2025-01/queries/orders#argument-query-filter-metafields.%7Bnamespace%7D.%7Bkey%7D). This feature allows for more precise data retrieval and manipulation, giving developers greater control over order data.

Since orders are already [a supported metafield owner type](https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql/latest/enums/MetafieldOwnerType), this change empowers apps and merchants to manage order-level metafield definitions more efficiently. By leveraging these enhancements, users can optimize their workflows and improve the overall management of order-related data.