Chapter practice task
Task: Create a store and customize the home page with your brand
- Start a Shopify trial or a development store and fill in your store details.
- Choose a free theme and add it to your theme library.
- In the theme editor, set your logo, colors and fonts.
- Build a home page with a hero image, a featured collection and a short brand story.
- Check the home page on mobile in the editor’s preview.
By the end of this chapter
- You have a Shopify store with the basic settings filled in
- You know how to compare and install themes
- You can change the look of your store with sections, blocks and theme settings
Quick answers for this chapter
Which Shopify plan should I start with?
The Basic plan is enough for most new stores. Upgrade when you need more staff accounts, lower card fees or advanced reports.
Should I buy a premium theme?
Not at first. Shopify’s free themes are fast and well built. Buy a premium theme only when you need a specific feature it offers.
Can I change my theme later?
Yes. Products, collections and pages stay. You’ll need to set up the new theme’s sections and settings again.