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# How to set up a Pre-Order product

When the following conditions are met:

* The product is **sold out**,
* **Track quantity** is enabled,
* And **Continue selling when out of stock** is checked,\
  → The **"Add to Cart"** button on the storefront will automatically display as **"Pre-Order"**, allowing customers to place an order in advance.

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## Steps to Enable Pre-Order:

**Step 1:** From your Shopify admin, go to **Products → All Products**.

<figure><img src="/files/SyyCVdMXWViR1k8b9n1F" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

**Step 2:** Click to open the product that is currently sold out.

<figure><img src="/files/9n0ih9loExtXrlETYI4K" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

**Step 3:** In the **Inventory** section, check the option **Continue selling when out of stock**.

<figure><img src="/files/xQ9jSSXNgD2vrluzwmZj" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

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You’re all set!

Your product is now available for pre-order. Customers can purchase it even when the stock is depleted, and the button will display "Pre-Order" instead of "Add to Cart".

<figure><img src="/files/8S1ldQnAJEosz10OCZ2w" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>


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