Filter settings

Overview #

The filter settings are core theme settings that control the app-wide look and feel of your shop, specifically focusing on how products are filtered and displayed. These settings enhance the shopping experience by allowing customers to sort and filter products according to their preferences. While these settings are generally applied globally, they can be overridden at the section or block level for more specific customization.

Key components and functionality #

Filter settings

The filter settings group allows you to manage the display and functionality of filters within your store. These settings are designed to improve the user experience by enabling customers to easily find and sort products.

Display filters

This setting enables or disables the display of filters on your store. When enabled, customers can use filters to narrow down product selections based on various criteria.

• Default: false

Display in-stock items

This setting allows you to enable a filter that shows only products that are currently in stock. This can help customers quickly find available items.

• Default: false

Display sorting options

This setting enables sorting options for products, allowing customers to sort items by criteria such as price, popularity, or newest arrivals.

• Default: true

Display open by default

This setting determines whether the filter panel is open by default when a customer visits a product collection page. Keeping the panel open can make it easier for customers to start filtering products immediately.

• Default: true

Usage examples #

1. Enabling filters for a better shopping experience:

   • You might consider enabling the Display filters setting to provide customers with the ability to filter products by categories such as size, color, or price range. This can significantly enhance the user experience by making it easier for customers to find what they are looking for.

2. Highlighting available stock:

   • Consider using the Display in-stock items setting to ensure that customers only see products that are available for purchase. This can reduce frustration and improve conversion rates by preventing customers from encountering out-of-stock items.

3. Customizing sorting options:

   • With the Display sorting options setting enabled, customers can sort products according to their preferences, such as by price or newest arrivals. This flexibility can help customers make quicker purchasing decisions.

These settings are designed to improve the overall functionality and user experience of your store, making it easier for customers to navigate and find products that meet their needs.