E-commerce isn’t one-size-fits-all. Every business has its quirks, and while most sell products in whole numbers, some industries play by different rules.
Think of fabric sellers, construction suppliers, or ingredient wholesalers. Customers here don’t just want “1 unit” or “2 units.” Instead, they ask for 1.25 meters of fabric, 2.5 meters of cable, or 0.75 kg of flour. And that’s where the need for fractional quantities comes in.
But here’s the catch: Shopify doesn’t allow fractional selling by default.
Why Fractional Quantities Matter
Let’s be honest, customers don’t think in wholes; they think in needs.
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A fashion designer doesn’t want 3 whole meters of fabric when 2.25 meters will do.
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A builder may need just 1.5 meters of pipe, not 2.
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A baker might only want 0.75 kg of raw cocoa, not a full kilogram.
When merchants fail to provide this flexibility, shoppers either overbuy, abandon their cart, or look elsewhere. In competitive industries, that’s lost revenue.
Shopify’s Limitation (and the Opportunity It Creates)
Shopify is one of the best e-commerce platforms in the world, easy to use, scalable, and powerful. But it comes with a big limitation:
Inventory can only be managed in whole numbers.
So, if you want to sell 1.25 meters of fabric, Shopify says, “Nope.”
Some stores hack together workarounds, but they often create messy inventories and confusing customer experiences. That’s not the Shopify standard.
Propero’s Fractional Quantity Solution
This is exactly where Propero Consulting steps in.
We’ve built a custom fractional quantity solution that integrates directly into your Shopify store’s theme, no apps required. This way, you keep all the power of Shopify’s backend while giving customers the flexibility they expect.
Here’s how it works (without the tech headache):
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On the storefront, customers can select decimal quantities like 1.25 or 2.5.
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On the backend, inventory is tracked in the smallest unit you want to sell (say 0.25 meters).
This keeps stock accurate, checkout smooth, and customers happy.
Features Merchants Love
Our fractional quantity solution is fast to implement and flexible enough to fit different industries.
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Enable or disable fractional support anytime
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Set different increments per product (0.10, 0.25, 0.50, etc.).
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Show real-time available stock in decimals.
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Display dynamic pricing (per meter, yard, or kg).
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Works with all Shopify themes with minimal customization.
But here’s what really sets it apart…
Why Our Solution Works Better Than Apps
Unlike app-based fixes that often slow down stores, our solution is a theme-level customization done directly in your Shopify store. Nothing extra to install, no external dependencies, just clean, fast, and reliable.
That means:
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No impact on site speed.
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No dependency on external apps.
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Delivered in just 7 days.
You keep all the power of Shopify, with none of the performance trade-offs.
Trusted by Global Brands
Our solution is already helping 50+ Shopify merchants worldwide deliver a smoother and more flexible shopping experience.
See It in Action
Want to see how fractional selling works in real life?
Explore our live demo store: Fractional Quantity Demo
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Final Thoughts
Fractional quantities may sound like a small detail, but for industries where precision matters, they’re a game-changer.
Shopify doesn’t support them out of the box, but with Propero’s 7-day custom theme solution, you can start offering fractional quantities, without adding apps or compromising speed.
The result? Happier customers, fewer abandoned carts, and more sales.
Ready to bring fractional selling to your Shopify store? Get in touch with Propero Consulting and we’ll set it up for you in just 7 days.