{"id":246594,"date":"2025-08-21T15:46:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T15:46:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/smart-order-notes\/"},"modified":"2025-08-21T16:43:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T16:43:56","slug":"smart-order-notes-by-crafely","status":"publish","type":"plugin","link":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/smart-order-notes-by-crafely\/","author":23325850,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_crdt_document":"","version":"1.0.0","stable_tag":"1.0.0","tested":"6.8.5","requires":"5.0","requires_php":"7.4","requires_plugins":null,"header_name":"Smart Order Notes by Crafely","header_author":"Crafely","header_description":"Lightweight WooCommerce extension for reusable order note templates.","assets_banners_color":"f7c333","last_updated":"2025-08-21 16:43:56","external_support_url":"","external_repository_url":"","donate_link":"","header_plugin_uri":"https:\/\/github.com\/thisisalamin\/smart-order-notes","header_author_uri":"https:\/\/crafely.com","rating":5,"author_block_rating":0,"active_installs":0,"downloads":210,"num_ratings":1,"support_threads":0,"support_threads_resolved":0,"author_block_count":0,"sections":["description","installation","faq","changelog"],"tags":{"1.0.0":{"tag":"1.0.0","author":"crafely","date":"2025-08-21 16:43:56"}},"upgrade_notice":{"1.0.0":"

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Smart Order Notes by Crafely<\/strong> is a simple yet powerful WooCommerce extension that helps store admins save time by using reusable order note templates.\nNo more typing the same messages again and again\u2014just select a template and insert it instantly.<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\ude80 Features<\/h4>\n\n
    \n
  • Reusable Templates<\/strong> \u2013 Create and manage unlimited note templates.<\/li>\n
  • One-Click Insert<\/strong> \u2013 Quickly add notes to any WooCommerce order.<\/li>\n
  • Private or Customer Notes<\/strong> \u2013 Choose whether a note is internal or sent to the customer.<\/li>\n
  • Preview Before Adding<\/strong> \u2013 See template content before inserting.<\/li>\n
  • Smart Note Type<\/strong> \u2013 Automatically applies the right type (private or customer).<\/li>\n
  • Clean & Lightweight<\/strong> \u2013 Simple interface that blends with WooCommerce.<\/li>\n
  • HPOS Ready<\/strong> \u2013 Fully compatible with WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage.<\/li>\n
  • Access Control<\/strong> \u2013 Works with WooCommerce roles and permissions.<\/li>\n
  • Translation Ready<\/strong> \u2013 Easily translate into any language.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    \ud83d\udc65 Who Is It For?<\/h4>\n\n
      \n
    • Store Owners & Managers<\/strong> \u2013 Speed up order processing.<\/li>\n
    • Support Teams<\/strong> \u2013 Keep customer communication consistent.<\/li>\n
    • Busy Shops<\/strong> \u2013 Save hours when handling large volumes of orders.<\/li>\n
    • Multi-Admin Stores<\/strong> \u2013 Ensure all staff use approved note wording.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

      \ud83d\udce6 Included Templates<\/h4>\n\n

      The plugin comes with 12 ready-made templates<\/strong>, such as:<\/p>\n\n

        \n
      • Order Shipped (Customer)<\/li>\n
      • Payment Received (Private)<\/li>\n
      • Order Delayed (Customer)<\/li>\n
      • Refund Processed (Customer)<\/li>\n
      • Customer Contacted (Private)<\/li>\n
      • Order Completed (Customer)\n\u2026and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        You can use these as-is or customize them to fit your store\u2019s tone.<\/p>\n\n

        \ud83d\udee0 How It Works<\/h4>\n\n
          \n
        1. Create Templates<\/strong> \u2013 Go to WooCommerce > Order Notes<\/em> and add your templates.<\/li>\n
        2. Set Note Type<\/strong> \u2013 Choose Private<\/em> (internal only) or Customer<\/em> (sends email).<\/li>\n
        3. Apply to Orders<\/strong> \u2013 Select a template when viewing any WooCommerce order.<\/li>\n
        4. Insert with One Click<\/strong> \u2013 The note is added instantly, ready to save or send.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n

          Automatic Installation<\/h4>\n\n
            \n
          1. Login to your WordPress admin panel<\/li>\n
          2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New<\/li>\n
          3. Search for \"Smart Order Notes by Crafely\"<\/li>\n
          4. Click \"Install Now\" and then \"Activate\"<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

            Manual Installation<\/h4>\n\n
              \n
            1. Download the plugin zip file<\/li>\n
            2. Login to your WordPress admin panel<\/li>\n
            3. Navigate to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin<\/li>\n
            4. Choose the downloaded zip file and click \"Install Now\"<\/li>\n
            5. Activate the plugin<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

              Requirements<\/h4>\n\n
                \n
              • WordPress 5.0 or higher<\/li>\n
              • WooCommerce 3.0 or higher<\/li>\n
              • PHP 7.4 or higher<\/li>\n
              • User with manage_woocommerce<\/code> capability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
                \n

                Do I need WooCommerce for this plugin to work?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Yes, Smart Order Notes by Crafely is specifically designed for WooCommerce and requires it to be installed and activated.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Can I create my own custom templates?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Absolutely! You can create unlimited custom templates through WooCommerce > Order Notes in your admin dashboard.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Will templates work with the new WooCommerce order screens?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Yes, the plugin is fully compatible with both legacy WooCommerce order screens and the new High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS) system.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Can I edit the predefined templates?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Yes, all predefined templates can be edited, deleted, or customized to match your store's communication style.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Do customer notes automatically send emails?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                When you select \"Customer Note\" and use \"Insert & Send\", the note will be added to the order and trigger WooCommerce's standard customer notification email.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Is the plugin translation ready?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Yes, the plugin is fully translatable. All strings are wrapped in translation functions and a POT file is included.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Does this plugin slow down my site?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                No, Smart Order Notes by Crafely is admin-only and has zero impact on your frontend performance. Assets are only loaded on relevant admin pages.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Can I bulk apply templates to multiple orders?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Currently, templates must be applied individually to orders. Bulk functionality may be added in future versions.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                What user roles can use this plugin?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Any user with the manage_woocommerce<\/code> capability can create and manage templates. Users with edit_shop_orders<\/code> capability can use templates on order pages.<\/p><\/dd>\n

                Does this work with custom order statuses?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

                Yes, the plugin works with any order status. Templates can be used regardless of the order's current status.<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n

                1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n
                  \n
                • Initial release<\/li>\n
                • Template management system with create, edit, delete functionality<\/li>\n
                • WooCommerce order page integration with sidebar metabox<\/li>\n
                • Support for both private and customer note types<\/li>\n
                • Template preview functionality<\/li>\n
                • Auto-selection of note types based on template defaults<\/li>\n
                • 12 professionally written predefined templates<\/li>\n
                • Full HPOS (High-Performance Order Storage) compatibility<\/li>\n
                • Responsive design for all device sizes<\/li>\n
                • Accessibility features with keyboard navigation<\/li>\n
                • Translation ready with complete internationalization<\/li>\n
                • Security features with nonce verification and capability checks<\/li>\n
                • Performance optimized with minimal resource usage<\/li>\n<\/ul>","raw_excerpt":"Streamline WooCommerce order management with reusable, one-click order note templates.","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin\/246594","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/plugin"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=246594"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wporg\/v1\/users\/crafely"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=246594"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"plugin_section","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_section?post=246594"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_tags?post=246594"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_category?post=246594"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_contributors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_contributors?post=246594"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_business_model","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/su.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_business_model?post=246594"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}