Shopify has released Canvas.

The new tool lets merchants build complete custom online stores simply by chatting with Sidekick.

What once took developers weeks now happens in minutes.

Merchants describe their vision in plain language.

Sidekick then generates layouts, product pages, and interactive features in real time.

The system refines designs instantly as merchants continue the conversation.

Canvas removes the traditional barriers between idea and live store.

Small business owners who lack technical teams gain the most from this shift.

The feature sits inside Shopify's existing Sidekick assistant.

Early tests show merchants completing polished stores in under an hour.

Shopify positioned Canvas as the next step after its earlier AI tools.

The company expects the feature to expand what merchants consider possible online.

More updates to Canvas capabilities are planned before the end of the year.

That's the Ankor.