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How Do I Connect My Tap and Chip Reader to Shopify?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 2:28 pm

If you’re using a Shopify POS system in your retail store, you might be wondering how to connect your tap and chip reader to Shopify. Here’s a quick guide on how to do just that.

1. Plug the power cable into the tap and chip reader, and then plug it into an outlet.

Make sure that the power switch on the back of the device is turned to the “on” position.

2. Connect the tap and chip reader to your Shopify POS system.

Do this by connecting the USB cable from the device to one of the USB ports on your iPad or iPhone.

3. Wait for your Shopify POS system to recognize the tap and chip reader.

Once it’s been plugged in, it may take a few seconds for your Shopify POS system to recognize the device.

You’ll know it’s been recognized when you see a message that says “Shopify is ready to use. ”

4. Start using the tap and chip reader with your Shopify POS system.

Now that everything is plugged in and set up, you can start using your tap and chip reader with your Shopify POS system. To do this, simply tap the “Pay” button on your screen, and then follow the prompts.

Conclusion

Now that you know how to connect your tap and chip reader to Shopify, you can start using it right away with your POS system. This guide should help make the process quick and easy for you.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that the ‘How Do I Connect My Tap and Chip Reader to Shopify?’ article on the Shopify website is out of date and may no longer be accurate.

If you are considering following the instructions in this article, please be aware that the process may have changed since it was written, and you could end up damaging your tap and chip reader or your computer.

We recommend that you find a more recent article on this topic, or contact Shopify directly for support.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.