How to Add a Custom Shortcode Below the Product Table on WooCommerce Checkout Page

Learn how to effectively place a custom shortcode below the product table on your WooCommerce checkout page using WordPress hooks. Follow step-by-step instructions to enhance your eCommerce experience.
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How to Add a Custom Shortcode Below the Product Table on WooCommerce Checkout Page

In the world of eCommerce, customizing your checkout process can greatly enhance the user experience. One common requirement among WooCommerce users is to add custom content—like shortcodes—at strategic points within the checkout page. If you're looking to place a shortcode, specifically [wc_sc_available_coupons], right below the product table on your WooCommerce checkout page, you're in the right place. This guide will walk you through the necessary steps to achieve that.

The Problem

You may have encountered an issue where the shortcode does not display where you expect it to. For example, after trying to use the following code in your theme's functions.php file:

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You noticed that this shortcode appears at the bottom of the entire checkout form, rather than directly below the product table. Simply adjusting the priority number—even changing it to 120—did not produce the desired result.

Solving the Issue

To ensure the shortcode appears precisely below the product table, we need to utilize different WooCommerce hooks. Here, we will discuss the correct hooks to use, along with their corresponding code snippets.

Step 1: Use the Right Hook

Using woocommerce_checkout_after_customer_details:
This hook will place your shortcode immediately after the customer's details, which is often right after the product table.

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Alternative Hooks:
If the above hook doesn’t work as intended, you may want to try the following options:

woocommerce_checkout_before_order_review:
This hook will position your shortcode before the order review section.

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woocommerce_review_order_before_payment:
This is the most effective option if you want the shortcode right before the payment options.

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Step 2: Testing the Code

After implementing your chosen hook:

Make sure to save the changes made in functions.php.

Navigate to your WooCommerce checkout page to verify if the shortcode displays correctly below the product table or at the position you’ve set.

Conclusion

Customizing your WooCommerce checkout page can significantly enhance user interaction and facilitate a smoother experience. By utilizing the right hooks, you can easily position your shortcode below the product table, creating space for promotional messages or additional information.

If you follow the steps outlined in this guide, you should be successful in displaying the [wc_sc_available_coupons] shortcode exactly where you want it. Happy customizing!