Functions in Liquid and ConvertKit
Learn how to use built-in Liquid functions and create your own custom functions to enhance your ConvertKit automation
Functions are powerful tools in Liquid that allow you to transform and manipulate data in your ConvertKit emails and forms. This guide will show you how to use built-in Liquid functions and create your own custom functions to enhance your ConvertKit automation.
What are Functions?
Functions in Liquid are operations that:
- Transform data
- Perform calculations
- Format content
- Manipulate strings
- Handle arrays and objects
Basic Function Syntax
Functions in Liquid are typically used with the pipe (|
) operator:
Common Built-in Functions
String Functions
Array Functions
Math Functions
ConvertKit-Specific Functions
Subscriber Functions
Form Functions
Content Functions
Creating Custom Functions
While Liquid doesn't support custom functions directly, you can create reusable snippets using includes:
Advanced Function Usage
Chaining Functions
Conditional Function Application
Function with Default Values
Practical Examples
Email Personalization
Form Data Processing
Content Formatting
Best Practices
- Keep Functions Simple: Chain only when necessary
- Use Appropriate Functions: Choose the right function for the job
- Handle Edge Cases: Consider what happens with empty or invalid data
- Test Thoroughly: Verify function behavior with different inputs
- Document Usage: Comment complex function chains
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions:
-
Function Not Working
- Check function name spelling
- Verify argument types
- Ensure proper syntax
-
Unexpected Results
- Test with different inputs
- Check function documentation
- Verify data types
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Performance Issues
- Minimize function chains
- Cache complex operations
- Use appropriate functions