Displaying exact product quantities available for each variant and size options on your Shopify store can enhance the user experience by providing precise information on product availability. This transparency helps customers make informed purchasing decisions and reduces the likelihood of cart abandonment due to unavailable items.
Why Display Product Availability Variation Wise?
Enhanced Transparency: Customers can see exactly which variants and sizes are available.
Increased Trust: Providing precise availability builds trust with your customers.
Reduced Cart Abandonment: Clear information helps customers make informed decisions, reducing the likelihood of abandoned carts.
How to Display Product Availability Variation Wise
Step 1: Access Your Shopify Admin
Log in to your Shopify admin panel. From the home screen, navigate to Online Store and then click Themes.
Step 2: Edit Code
In the Themes section, find the theme you're using and click Actions, then select Edit code from the dropdown menu. This action will open the theme's code editor.
Step 3: Add HTML for Product Availability
Locate the product template file where you want to display the product availability. It is typically located in sections/product-template.liquid. Add the following HTML code to display the availability information for each variant:
Step 4: Add CSS for Styling
Add the necessary CSS to style the product availability information. You can include this in your theme's main CSS file (e.g., theme.scss.liquid):
Step 5: Add JavaScript for Dynamic Update (Optional)
If you want the availability information to update dynamically based on the selected variant, add the following JavaScript code to your theme’s main JavaScript file (e.g., theme.js):
Step 6: Add Customization Options in Theme Settings
In the theme's settings_schema.json file, add the following settings to allow customization of the availability display:
Step 7: Save Your Changes
Once you have made all the changes, click the Save button at the top right of the code editor.
Step 8: Enable Product Availability Display
To enable the product availability display, go to the Customize theme section in your Shopify admin. From there, make sure the enable_availability_display setting is enabled in the theme settings.
Conclusion
Displaying product availability variation wise on your Shopify store provides customers with clear and precise information on which variants and sizes are available. This transparency enhances the user experience, builds trust, and reduces cart abandonment by helping customers make informed purchasing decisions. By implementing this functionality, you create a more engaging and trustworthy online shopping experience.