Would you like to show something useful when a shopper’s cart is empty instead of a blank page? The Templates Builder in Botiga Pro lets you create a custom empty cart template, so you can add a message, links, or featured products that invite visitors to keep shopping.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to build a custom empty cart template in Botiga.
Before you get started, make sure you’ve installed and activated the Botiga theme on your WordPress site. If you’re using features from Botiga Pro, ensure that both the Botiga theme and the Botiga Pro plugin are installed and active. The Templates Builder is a Botiga Pro feature, so this requires Botiga Pro.
1. Go to Botiga ยป Theme Dashboard and activate the Templates Builder module.
2. Click on Build Templates.
3. Find the Cart category and click on Create.
4. Name your template.
5. Choose the builder.
6. Edit the template content.
The Templates Builder works with either the WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg) or the Elementor page builder.
7. If you’re using the Block Editor, click the plus icon and search for the Botiga Templates Builder components to insert on the page. If you’re using Elementor, skip this step and move on to the next one.
8. If you’re using Elementor, you’ll find the Botiga widgets under Botiga WooCommerce in the left sidebar. If you’re using the Block Editor, skip this step and follow step 7 instead.
9. Click the Display Conditions button.
10. Select the Empty Cart condition. This is what tells Botiga to show the template only when the cart has no items.
Frequently asked questions
Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about building a custom empty cart template in Botiga.
Why do I need the Empty Cart condition?
The Empty Cart condition makes the template appear only when the cart is empty. Without it, the template could show on the cart page even when items are present.
What should I put on an empty cart template?
A short message, a link back to the shop, and a few featured or popular products work well. The goal is to give shoppers an easy way to keep browsing instead of leaving.
That’s it! You’ve successfully built a custom empty cart template in Botiga and set it to appear only when the cart is empty.
Next, would you like to design the standard cart page too? Check out our guide on building a custom cart template, or read the Botiga Templates Builder overview to learn more.
