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新功能与变更 -- 2026 年 3 月

最后更新： 2026 年 3 月 30 日

2026 年 3 月 Shopify 开发者生态系统中所有变更的月度汇总。涵盖 API 更新、MCP 服务器变更、平台公告和社区动态。

这是一份持续更新的文档

本页面在整个月中随着新变更的宣布而更新。每周查看以获取最新内容。标有 NEW 的项目是在最近一次更新中添加的。

开发者平台更新​

Shopify Dev MCP 服务器更新​

官方 @anthropic-ai/shopify-dev-mcp 服务器在三月份收到了多项更新：

v1.4.0 (March 18, 2026):

  • Added full API 2026-04 preview schema support
  • Improved search_docs relevance scoring for Functions-related queries
  • New get_extension_reference tool for Checkout UI Extension targets
  • Fixed: validate_graphql now correctly handles inline fragment syntax
  • Performance: 30% faster documentation search response times

v1.3.2 (March 5, 2026):

  • Bugfix: explore_api_schema returning stale results for connection types
  • Added Liquid reference for new product.media object properties
  • Updated scaffolding templates for Functions JavaScript runtime

Upgrade:

# Claude Code users -- remove and re-add to get latest
claude mcp remove shopify-dev
claude mcp add shopify-dev -- npx -y @anthropic-ai/shopify-dev-mcp@latest

# Or if pinned to a version
claude mcp add shopify-dev -- npx -y @anthropic-ai/shopify-dev-mcp@1.4.0

API 版本 2026-04 预览​

2026-04 API 版本于 2026 年 3 月 10 日进入开发者预览。

New in 2026-04:

FeatureTypeDescription
productBundleCreateMutationNative product bundle creation (replaces Cart Transform for simple bundles)
catalogAgentSessionMutationCreate a session for AI agent catalog browsing
customerSegment.predictedFieldAI-predicted customer segment membership
order.carbonFootprintFieldEstimated carbon footprint per order
webhook.deliveryAttemptsConnectionQuery webhook delivery history

Breaking changes (preview -- subject to change):

  • DraftOrder.appliedDiscount renamed to DraftOrder.appliedDiscounts (plural, now returns array)
  • FulfillmentOrder.assignedLocation type changed from Location to FulfillmentOrderAssignedLocation
  • New required field reason on inventoryAdjustQuantities mutation
预览 API 警告

2026-04 API 处于开发者预览阶段。在稳定版发布之前可能会发生破坏性变更。不要在生产应用中使用预览版本。仅在开发商店中针对预览版进行测试。

How to test:

# Use the preview API version in your requests
POST https://your-store.myshopify.com/admin/api/2026-04/graphql.json

# Or in your app configuration
# shopify.app.toml
[access_scopes]
api_version = "2026-04"

Functions 迁移时间线更新​

Shopify 发布了 Functions 迁移的更新时间线：

MilestoneDateDetails
JavaScript GAMarch 15, 2026JavaScript Functions now generally available
Rust deprecation noticeJune 2026Rust remains supported but JavaScript is the recommended path
Network access betaApril 2026Limited external HTTP calls from Functions
Persistent stateQ3 2026Functions can read/write metafields directly
Script Tags sunsetOctober 2026All Script Tag functionality must migrate to Functions

NEW -- March 15 update: JavaScript Functions are now generally available. The Javy runtime powering JavaScript Functions has been benchmarked at near-Rust performance for most workloads:

MetricRustJavaScript (Javy)
Cold start1-2ms2-4ms
Execution (simple)0.5ms0.8ms
Execution (complex)2ms3.5ms
Memory usage1-2MB3-5MB
Max execution time10ms10ms
迁移路径

如果你的应用使用 Script Tags，现在就开始迁移到 Functions。使用 Dev MCP 服务器搭建你的 Functions 脚手架：

Search the Shopify docs for migrating from Script Tags to Functions.
Then scaffold a [discount/shipping/payment] function in JavaScript.

Sidekick 扩展进展​

Sidekick 扩展开发者预览的三月更新：

  • New extension points:

    • sidekick.product.suggest -- Suggest products when a merchant asks Sidekick about their catalog
    • sidekick.analytics.query -- Answer analytics questions using your app's data
    • sidekick.marketing.action -- Execute marketing actions (email campaigns, social posts)

  • SDK improvements:

    • TypeScript SDK updated to v0.4.0 with full type definitions
    • New testing harness for simulating Sidekick conversations
    • Improved error handling with structured error codes

  • Documentation:

    • New "Building Your First Sidekick Extension" tutorial
    • Updated API reference with all available extension points
    • Best practices guide for conversational UX in Sidekick

Current limitations:

  • Maximum 3 extension points per app
  • 5-second timeout for extension responses
  • No streaming responses (batch only)
  • Available to approved partners only

Catalog API 更新​

NEW -- The Catalog API entered public beta on March 20, 2026.

What changed from private alpha:

  • Added productRecommendations query for AI-powered product suggestions
  • New productComparison query for side-by-side feature comparison
  • Semantic search now supports multi-language queries
  • Rate limits set at 100 requests/second (10x higher than standard Admin API)
  • Added catalogWebhook for real-time catalog change notifications

Access:

# Request public beta access
shopify app catalog-api enable

# Or through the Partner Dashboard:
# Apps > Your App > Catalog API > Enable Beta

Checkout MCP 扩展​

NEW -- A new MCP server specifically for checkout customization is in early access:

# Early access -- request through Partner Dashboard
claude mcp add shopify-checkout -- npx -y @shopify/checkout-mcp@latest

Tools available:

  • list_checkout_profiles -- View all checkout customization profiles
  • get_checkout_branding -- Current branding configuration
  • preview_checkout -- Generate a preview URL for a checkout configuration
  • list_extension_targets -- Available extension points for checkout UI
  • validate_extension -- Validate a checkout extension before deployment

商店与主题更新​

主题架构变更​

March theme updates:

  • Section Group improvements: Section groups now support nested groups (up to 2 levels deep)
  • New preset format: Theme presets can now include metafield references
  • Block limits increased: Maximum blocks per section increased from 16 to 50
  • Dynamic sources in schema: Section schema can now reference metafield definitions for dynamic settings
{
  "name": "Product Feature",
  "type": "product-feature",
  "settings": [
    {
      "type": "metafield",
      "id": "feature_data",
      "label": "Feature Data",
      "metafield_definition": {
        "namespace": "custom",
        "key": "product_features",
        "owner_type": "PRODUCT"
      }
    }
  ]
}

新 Liquid 对象和过滤器​

Object/FilterTypeDescription
product.mediaObjectReplaces product.images with full media support (images, video, 3D)
product.selected_selling_planObjectCurrently selected subscription plan
cart.dutiesObjectDuty/tax breakdown for international orders
customer.predicted_segmentObjectAI-predicted customer segment
`semantic_description`Filter
`currency_convert`Filter

商务与支付更新​

Shopify Payments 变更​

  • ACH payments GA: ACH payments now available to all US Shopify Payments merchants (previously Plus only)
  • Multi-currency ACH: Support for CAD, GBP, EUR in addition to USD
  • Installment payments: New integration with major BNPL providers through Shopify Payments
  • Dispute management API: New endpoints for programmatic dispute response

产品网络更新​

  • Cross-border support: Product Network now supports international supplier-retailer relationships
  • Automated pricing rules: Suppliers can set margin rules that auto-calculate retailer prices
  • Bulk onboarding: Import 1,000+ products to the network in a single operation
  • Analytics: New analytics for suppliers showing retailer performance

合作伙伴计划变更​

收入分成更新​

Effective March 1, 2026:

Revenue TierPrevious ShareNew Share
First $1M lifetime100% to developer100% to developer
$1M - $10M85% to developer85% to developer
$10M+80% to developer85% to developer
对成熟合作伙伴的好消息

终身收入超过 1000 万美元的合作伙伴现在保留 85% 而非 80%。此变更追溯适用于 2026 年 3 月 1 日起获得的所有收入。

App Store 变更​

  • NEW -- Enhanced app listing analytics with conversion funnel data
  • NEW -- A/B testing for app store listings (title, screenshots, description)
  • Review response time SLA: Shopify commits to first review within 5 business days
  • New "Verified" badge for apps that pass enhanced security review
  • App categories reorganized -- new "AI & Automation" category

Partner Dashboard 更新​

  • Real-time revenue tracking (previously 24-hour delay)
  • Improved churn analysis with reason codes
  • Merchant communication tools (in-app messaging)
  • API usage quota visibility and alerts

社区动态​

本月值得关注的讨论​

r/shopifydev:

  • "JavaScript Functions benchmarks vs Rust -- real-world numbers" (350+ upvotes)
  • "Catalog API first impressions from the public beta" (280+ upvotes)
  • "My MCP setup for managing 3 stores with Claude Code" (200+ upvotes)

Shopify Partners Slack:

  • Active debate on Functions JavaScript vs Rust for performance-critical workloads
  • Several partners sharing Sidekick Extension prototypes
  • Growing thread on Catalog API use cases for AI agents

GitHub:

  • shopify-dev-mcp -- v1.4.0 released with 2026-04 preview support
  • shopify-mcp (GeLi2001) -- v3.0 release with improved error handling
  • New community MCP server for Shopify analytics (200+ stars in first week)

即将举办的活动​

DateEventDetails
April 3, 2026Shopify Dev AMAFunctions JavaScript GA -- Q&A with the Functions team
April 10, 2026Partner Webinar"Building for Agentic Commerce"
April 15, 2026Shopify MeetupToronto -- Sidekick Extensions workshop
June 2026Shopify Editions Summer '26Expected announcement

开发者行动项​

本周​

  • Update your Dev MCP server to v1.4.0 for 2026-04 preview schema
  • Test your app against the 2026-04 preview API on a development store
  • Review the Functions JavaScript GA announcement if you have Script Tags

本月​

  • Apply for Catalog API public beta access
  • Start planning Script Tag to Functions migration (October 2026 deadline)
  • Explore Sidekick Extension points for your app category
  • Update app store listing for new "AI & Automation" category if applicable

本季度​

  • Migrate to API 2026-01 if still on 2025-07 or earlier
  • Build a proof-of-concept Sidekick Extension
  • Evaluate Catalog API integration for AI agent compatibility
  • Plan for 2,048 variant support in your product management UI

往期月度更新​