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Liquid Theme Structure

Shopify Theme Structure

Liquid theme structure uses templates and sections for Shopify layouts.

Introduction to Liquid Theme Structure

Liquid theme structure forms the backbone of Shopify's theme architecture, providing a flexible way to manage layout and design. At its core, it utilizes templates and sections to create dynamic and customizable layouts for online stores.

Understanding Templates

Templates are the foundational elements of a Shopify theme. They define the basic layout and structure of a page. Each page type—such as the homepage, product page, or collection page—has its own template file found in the templates directory.

Templates use the Liquid templating language to output dynamic content. A typical product template might look like this:

Exploring Sections

Sections are reusable modules that can be included in templates to add specific functionalities or design elements. They allow for greater flexibility and customization without modifying the main template files. Sections are stored in the sections directory and can be added to any template.

Here is an example of a basic section that might be used in a theme:

Combining Templates and Sections

By combining templates and sections, Shopify themes achieve a high level of customization and dynamic content management. Templates provide the structural framework, whereas sections offer modular components that can be reused and rearranged as needed. This combination allows developers to build highly tailored shopping experiences for their clients.

Practical Application

Let's consider a practical example where a developer wants to create a custom homepage layout. They can start with the index.liquid template in the templates directory, which might include several sections like a banner, featured products, and testimonials.

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