Video & 3D models now supported by the Shella

Shella Shopify theme version 3.7 New product media support

On March 14 the Shopify release a new feature – Built-In 3D Models and Video product media. This awesome and most wanted feature by the Shopify store owner. You can read more details about it at the original blog post – Bring Product Pages to Life with Built-In Support for 3D Models and Video

On March 25 our team released the Shella theme update version 3.7 with support of a new feature. You can review it at the product demo page with a 3D model, YouTube, and self-hosted video.

New product media @ Shella Shopify theme

This feature affects only the product edit page at Shopify admin panel and doesn’t require additional theme configuration.

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How to add the Instagram widget.

New Instagram widget.

The latest Shella Shopify theme update, version 3.6.0, includes an updated block for the Instagram widget.

Now you do not need to add and configure the app at your Instagram account, generate the token. You can show the latest posts filtered by the account name or the hashtag.

Please note, filtering posts on Instagram by account name limits only for 12 posts.

If you want to filter by hashtags, the Shella theme will show posts from other accounts too. Not limited only to your account.

Add an Instagram widget

  • Go to Online store -> Themes -> Customize
  • Add the builder section. Sections -> Add section -> Select builder section.
  • Add Instagram. Go to the builder section -> Add content -> Instagram.
Add an Instagram widget to the builder section.

Configure the Instagram widget

GRID – Size

You may set the width for the Instagram widget. In the example, I set the width to 8/12 (66.6%) for the Instagram feed and added an image banner with the 4/12 width (33.3%). The numbers 8 and 4 are the number of columns. Total builder width has 12 columns, I set 8 columns for the Instagram feed and I set 4 columns for the banner image.

Size option example

The usual value for this option is 12, which is equal to the full width of the builder section.

SETTINGS – User name

Set your Instagram user name. Please note, the theme will get only 12 images.

SETTINGS – Tag

Set hashtag to select posts for your Instagram widget.

SETTINGS – Show post details

Show the number of likes and comments on mouse hover.

SETTINGS – Disable paddings

Disable paddings between Instagram images.

SETTINGS – Items limit

Set the number of images to show in the widget.

SETTINGS – Size

Set the width for each image within the Instagram widget.

Set the width of each image

If you have more questions about theme settings, please create a new ticket at our support system.

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Detailed Features Review for the Shella Shopify theme

If you are an online merchant, then you must know what good a professional Shopify theme can do for your business. Shopify themes are loaded with a gamut of features meant to tailor your online store to your customers’ needs and preferences.

The Shella fashion theme is specifically designed for various kinds of merchants. Our featured Shopify theme for this piece is the Shella fashion theme for e-commerce stores. This super responsive theme is designed to attract the online shopper. Giving your online store a look that keeps new visitors scrolling to see more is one of the keys to creating an online business that thrives. Shoppers looking through fashion brands are heavily influenced by your store’s visual appeal. Shella’s premium Shopify theme for fashion stores comes with all the features you are used to from Theme Forest and others that make it even better. With it you can use fashion icons, banner builders, true collection filters and many more features to personalize your brand.

Header and footer for your site

If there is one thing you will never miss when using the Shella theme, it has to be options. The developers have included numerous options for headers and footers for you to choose from.

Smarter checkout buttons

Dynamic Checkout Buttons

Forget about the typical checkout button that takes you through a process before you can buy your merchandise; the checkout buttons for the Shella fashion theme are a bit different if you are buying a single product. Customers can easily proceed to checkout without having to use the cart for single purchases.

Build your own banners

Banner Builder

The banner builder gives you a chance to showcase your merchandise in whatever way you find suitable for your e-commerce site. There are six types of twelve column grids to choose from. With the Shella fashion theme, you have all you need to make the best first impression with captivating banners.

Smart features for a responsive UI

Shella has incorporated a number of handy elements that make it a pleasure to use. First off, the UI is fast and responsive with sophisticated design elements. On the merchant’s side, features such as the Section Builder and Slate make it exciting to tinker with the theme. You will also enjoy developer features such as:

  • Flexbox 
  • Bootstrap 4.0
  • Design using BEM Methodology
  • SASS technology 
  • One-click Demo support 
  • Compatibility with a myriad of apps, including Oberlo

Innovative slider

Your visitors expect an experience that stands out from the competition and Shella will give you exactly that. The innovative slider comes with the theme and allows you to create captivating slideshows showcasing your wares or just general information about your business.

Product videos

Is there too much to read, too little to view on your site? Break the monotony by adding a YouTube video showing what you have to offer. Adding a video is simple really, what with the built-in ease of use. You should be broadcasting in a few clicks.

Optimize your site for SEO

A lot has been said about SEO and how it is not effective anymore but as an online merchant, you know you can’t do without it. Shella gives you the tools to optimize for your niche so that you can attract more customers that will actually turn into conversions. The Google Rich snippet tool applied here optimizes your site. Shella theme tested by MOZ SEO tool to ensure you get it right.

Get the best RTL support

Nothing is more irksome to a client than a site that has what they are looking for but is unreadable. Get access to all the RTL writing systems widely used across the globe including Persian, Arabic, Urdu and Hebrew when you use the Shella theme.

Size guide pop-up and page

Customers shopping for clothes and shoes often want to find out their size before making the purchase. That’s easy to do when you are using the Shella theme because you can add the pop-up page that leads you to the size guide page.

Get all the customer support you need

Even with the best theme for your online shop, there’s very little you can do if you don’t have an expert to guide you. The team of developers is always on call to answer you queries and guide you through the theme.

With endless colors and over 68 pre-designed pages, it’s not hard to see why the Shella theme would be your choice. Have fun choosing from tons of homepage templates with all the characteristics you hope developers would think about.