hi, I use Joomla registration but as we all know, lot more information is required while placing an order. How to retain / save that information in the user's profile for later / repeat orders?
VM 2.0.26a
Joomla 2.5.18
Don't use the Joomla Registration. What I do is hard code into the template a link to: register/editaddresscheckoutBT - as you can't select this in the menu system.
So:
< href="/register/editaddresscheckoutBT">Register</a>
That way the user goes straight to the VM registration page where they can enter all of the required information on the first pass. :)
1. there is a free plugin for redirecting the user to VM registration - like what you are saying.
2. I dont want the user to fill up a lengthy VM registration form. It's only required when he wants to buy. That way, you dont loose on registrations.
So I'd prefer a solution that where the shopper's information is saved for future orders after his first order.
Hope you are getting what I mean.
Hi Rage
As far as I am aware you can't have your cake and eat it :)
If you want the information you have to present the forms.
Now I have my forms working I find it is not a problem and helps with the process as users who want to register will tend to look fr it and fill it in. This then prepopulates their cart with shipping meaning they are almost there a full order.
:)