For the ones, who want to test DingDoong date picker before going live!

To create and test a Shopify theme, follow these 5 key steps:

Step 1. Duplicate or Create a new theme

In your Shopify admin, go to Online store > Themes > Duplicate the current theme



This creates a copy you can safely modify without impacting the live site.

A copy of Live theme will appear here

Step 2. Customize your test theme

Choose Customize on the copy theme > Turn on DingDoong app > Save

Step 3. Go to DingDoong settings and set up scheduling rule

Remember that to display date picker on your site, you must embed app and set up at least 1 scheduling rule and enable it

Step 4. Test rule and Preview theme

Preview your test theme from the Themes page by clicking Actions > Preview on the duplicated or new theme.

Step 5. Publish on live theme

Once you are satisfied with your test theme, you can publish it to replace your live theme by clicking Actions > Publish on the tested theme.



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Updated on: 29/05/2025