How to change the delivery date picker label or text
Learn how to customize the label or text inside your delivery date picker using the Flare app. You can change the default message (like “Select delivery date”) to match your tone, brand, or context — across the cart, product, or slide cart versions of the picker.
🧠 What you’ll learn
- How to edit the delivery date picker text using Flare
- How to preview changes before saving
- How to apply the changes to cart, product, slide cart, or checkout pages
📘 Overview
The default text in the delivery date picker is “Select delivery date”. Flare lets you change this to anything you like — for example:
- “When would you like this delivered?”
- “Pick your delivery date below”
- “Choose delivery for a special occasion”
Changing the text helps reinforce your brand, support specific flows, and improve clarity for your customers.
🛠 Step-by-step instructions
- Make sure Flare is installed from the Shopify App Store
- Complete Step 1 of setup — adding the date picker to your theme
> 🔗 Not done yet? See:
- From the Flare dashboard, locate the white card at the top of the page
- Click Customize next to that location
- Then click Edit Text
- In the left panel, update the available label fields (e.g. “Choose Date”)
- The preview on the right will update in real time
- When ready, click Save in the top-right
- Visit your online store to confirm the new label text appears as expected
✅ That’s it! Your delivery date picker now uses your custom label.
💡 Tips & notes
- You can localize the text for non-English stores or seasonal changes
- Use action-oriented copy like “Pick your delivery day” to improve clarity
- Want to change where the calendar appears? See how to change the position of the date picker
🔗 Related guides
How to change the position of the date picker
How to add a delivery date picker to your cart page
How to block specific delivery dates in the calendar
How to make delivery date selection optional
❓FAQs
Can I edit different text for cart, product, and slide cart versions?
Yes — each picker has its own text settings. You can customize them individually.
Can I use emojis or special characters?
Yes, most Shopify themes support emojis and special characters in picker labels.
What if the text doesn’t update on my store?
Make sure you’ve clicked Save, and refresh your storefront. Also double-check you're previewing the correct page type (cart, product, or drawer).
🧾 Use cases
- Florists and gifting stores use soft, seasonal language like “When should we deliver this?”
- Meal prep brands use clear text like “Choose delivery for this week”
- B2B brands often use formal instructions like “Select preferred delivery date”
✅ Need help?
Still stuck or not seeing the update?
Message us via the in-app chat or email support@getflare.co.uk — we’re happy to help!
Updated on: 17/06/2025
Thank you!