Filter settings

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Use these settings to decide whether customers can filter and sort item listings, and how visible those tools are when the page first loads. They are most useful on larger catalogs or any listing where customers need faster ways to narrow choices. For a broader overview of how theme settings work in the editor, see Shopify documentation on theme editor

Filtering controls

Turn on filters to show refinement tools on supported listings. This only displays the filter interface; the actual filter options must already be set up for customers to use them. For the editor structure behind these settings, see Shopify documentation on sections and blocks

Enabling filters here does not create filter options by itself. If filters do not appear, complete the required setup first using the provided guides: getting started and filter settings reference.

The availability filter adds a quick way for customers to view only in-stock items. This is especially helpful for catalogs where unavailable items appear often, but it depends on filters being enabled first.

Sorting

Turn on sorting when customers should be able to reorder listings in a way that suits their shopping style. This is usually most helpful on broad product ranges where customers may want a different view than the default order.

If a listing is already tightly curated, hiding sorting can keep the experience simpler and more focused.

Note

Sorting may not behave normally in the theme editor preview. Check it on a storefront preview before treating this as a setup issue.

Filter panel behavior

Use the default open setting to control how prominent the filtering tools feel on first view. Opening filters by default makes refinement options easier to spot, while keeping them closed gives more space to the listing itself.

This choice matters most on smaller screens and on listings with many filter groups. A default-open panel can improve discovery, but a default-closed panel often creates a cleaner first impression.

Usage notes

1. Set up filter options first. Turn on the filter interface only after your filter configuration is ready, so customers see useful refinement choices.
2. Use availability where it saves time. Enable the in-stock filter when customers regularly need to hide unavailable items.
3. Keep sorting intentional. Show sorting on broader listings, and hide it when the default order already supports the shopping journey well.
4. Choose panel visibility for the catalog size. Open filters by default when discovery matters most, and keep them closed when you want a cleaner initial layout.
5. Test the storefront view. Confirm filter and sort behavior outside the editor so you can judge the real customer experience accurately.
6. Review both viewport sizes. Desktop and mobile controls can differ in visibility and layout, so check both before publishing.