Shopify AI setup assistant leaves users overwhelmed
A Shopify merchant spent five hours using the built-in AI setup assistant and found it insufficiently helpful for the scope of store-setup tasks, leading to frustration and fear of quitting. Highlights shallow AI onboarding guidance for new sellers.
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