Overview #
The Featured Products section is designed to showcase a selection of specific products in either a grid or slideshow format. This section allows users to highlight particular products, offering flexibility in presentation and layout to enhance the visual appeal and functionality of a storefront.
Key components and functionality #
Products
This setting allows you to select specific products to display within the section. It provides a straightforward way to curate a collection of featured items.
Layout settings
The layout settings control how products are displayed on different devices, ensuring a responsive design that adapts to both desktop and mobile views.
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Desktop column count
- Adjusts the number of product columns displayed on desktop devices.
- Range: 1 to 8
- Default: 4
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Mobile column count
- Adjusts the number of product columns displayed on mobile devices.
- Range: 1 to 4
- Default: 2
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Desktop layout
- Choose between a grid or slider layout for desktop.
- Options: Grid, Slider
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Mobile layout
- Choose between a grid or slider layout for mobile.
- Options: Grid, Slider
Slideshow settings
These settings enhance the slideshow experience, allowing for customization of animation styles and playback options.
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Animation style
- Select the transition style for slides.
- Options: Default, Fade
- Default: Default
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Animation speed
- Controls the speed of slide transitions.
- Range: 0.1s to 5s
- Default: 0.8s
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Autoplay delay
- Sets the delay between automatic slide transitions.
- Range: 0 to 10 seconds
- Default: 4s
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Autoplay slideshow
- Enables or disables automatic slide transitions.
- Default: Disabled
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Loop slides
- Allows the slideshow to loop continuously.
- Default: Disabled
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Show navigation
- Displays navigation controls for the slideshow.
- Default: Enabled
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Show pagination
- Displays pagination indicators for the slideshow.
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Show preview of next slides
- Shows a preview of the next slides in the sequence.
- Default: Enabled
Controls position
This setting determines the vertical position of slideshow controls.
- Options: Above content, Below content
- Default: Above content
Pagination style
Choose how pagination is displayed within the slideshow.
- Options: Dynamic, Fraction, Progress bar, Scrollbar
Usage examples #
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Highlighting new arrivals: Use the Featured Products section to showcase the latest products in your store. Set the layout to a grid for a clean, organized look, or use a slider to create a dynamic presentation.
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Seasonal promotions: During holiday seasons or special promotions, feature a curated selection of products to draw attention to limited-time offers. Utilize the autoplay and loop settings to ensure customers see all featured items.
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Responsive design: Adjust the column count and layout settings to ensure your featured products look great on all devices, providing a seamless shopping experience for both desktop and mobile users.
By leveraging these settings, you can create a visually appealing and functional display of featured products that enhances the shopping experience and drives engagement.
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