Custom Shipping Method – Show Tracking Link

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We defined a custom shipping method by extending Mage_Shipping_Model_Carrier_Abstract.

There is a method

public function isTrackingAvailable()
{
    return true;
}

But after we enter a tracking number for an order, the tracking popup is empty.

Screenshot of tracking popup

Which method has to be implemented to display tracking links in the popup?

Best Answer

getTrackingInfo has to return an object with the url field defined. The variable $tracking contains the tracking number.

public function getTrackingInfo($tracking)
{
    $track = Mage::getModel('shipping/tracking_result_status');
    $track->setUrl('http://www.example.com/' . $tracking)
        ->setTracking($tracking)
        ->setCarrierTitle($this->getConfigData('name'));
    return $track;
}

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I've realised it really is quite simple to do! I've used Table rates and added the custom variables to the CSV file then uploaded it. Delivery cost is calculated by weight v destination and all is fine. Next, I will create a custom module Called Fastway as my shipping method and hopefully that is done.

Lastly I need to add the tracking numbers!

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There are a few ways to do this. One solution is to create a module that gives you a multi-select box in the admin area to chose which methods will be active. That solution is provided here, but is likely more involved than needed for your situation.

The method that I think will work better for you is provided here. This goes over how to write a simple module that will hide methods based on conditions you define. The example is set up to hide the flatrate shipping method from customers who are not logged in. To adjust for your situation, lets assume you create a shipping method called staffOnly. Then the _checkCarrierAvailability method for you would look like:

protected function _checkCarrierAvailability($carrierCode, $request = null)
{
    if($carrierCode == 'staffOnly'){
        return false;
    }
    return true;
}

Now when the code iterates through to grab all the available shipping methods, it will skip the one called staffOnly, and it will never be rendered as an option at frontend checkout.

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