Shopify Theme Anatomy
Shopify themes are structured collections of template files, sections, and assets that control the appearance and functionality of a Shopify store. Understanding the anatomy of a Shopify theme helps in customizing and developing themes effectively.
Block Diagram of Shopify Theme
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Layout : Global Page Wrapper
layout/theme.liquid. The main structure of every page in the theme. -
Template : Page-Specific Layouts
templates/*.json. Defines the structure of different pages like homepage, product pages, collections, etc. -
Section : Reusable Content Blocks
sections/*.liquid -
Section Groups : Groups multiple sections together for better organization.
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Blocks : Editable Components Inside Sections