Overview

Custom SKU rules let you automatically generate a unique SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) for every product configuration a customer creates. The SKU is built from fragments — short codes assigned to each option value — combined according to a composition template you define. This is useful for inventory tracking, order fulfillment, and ERP integration. You configure SKU rules in Calculator Editor → Optional Features → Custom SKU rules.

Steps

1. In the Custom SKU rules section, build a SKU composition template using the Insert menus: Insert option adds a {{KEY}} token, Insert dimensions adds {{DIM1}}, {{DIM2}} tokens, and Insert variable adds a {{VAR:name}} token.
2. Combine tokens with separators to form your SKU pattern (e.g., {{MATERIAL}}-{{SIZE}}-{{COLOR}}).
3. For choice-type options (dropdowns, swatches, radios, etc.), set a SKU fragment on each choice value. Go to Options & Pricing → Edit option → Basic Settings → SKU fragment. The fragment replaces the {{KEY}} token for that choice.
4. Optionally enable Show SKU in cart to display the generated SKU in the customer's cart.
5. The computed SKU based on your current preview selections is shown at the bottom of the section.

Details

Examples

• Apparel — Composition: TEE-{{SIZE}}-{{COLOR}}. With SKU fragments Size=LG, Color=BLK, the generated SKU is TEE-LG-BLK.
• Custom window blinds — Composition: BLD-{{MATERIAL}}-{{DIM1}}x{{DIM2}}. With Material fragment=WD and dimensions 36×48, the SKU is BLD-WD-36x48.

Related Docs

• Calculator Editor Overview
• Pricing Variables
• Option Types Reference
• Working with Options