Variant Options Default

[Topherdk]

https://mahindradirectparts.com/collections/fuel-system/products/mahindra-tractor-fuel-cap?variant=4...

Avenue Theme.

Is there a way or an app that has the ability to not have a default variant selected.

For example on that page, it defaults to the first variant, but I would like to to default to nothing selected so when they try to add it to the cart, it won't let them unless they pick the variant they need.

These variants have different prices and different SKUS/part numbers so I need to have the variant info on the Shopify Product page be imported to the app if I have to install one. 

[Gracie_Sandra]

To ensure no default variant is selected in the Avenue theme, and to prevent users from adding items to the cart without choosing a variant, follow these approaches:

Solution 1: Code Customization

1. Edit the Product Template:

   • Go to Online Store > Themes > Actions > Edit code.
   • Locate and open the product-template.liquid file.

2. Add Code to Disable Default Variant:

   • Find the section where the variant dropdown is generated. Add this code snippet:

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     <script> document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const variantSelect = document.querySelector('[name="id"]'); if (variantSelect) { variantSelect.value = ""; // Set default value to nothing. } }); </script>

3. Modify ‘Add to Cart’ Button:

   • Disable the "Add to Cart" button until a variant is selected. Add this script after the dropdown menu script:

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     <script> document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const addToCartButton = document.querySelector('[type="submit"]'); const variantSelect = document.querySelector('[name="id"]'); if (variantSelect) { addToCartButton.disabled = true; variantSelect.addEventListener('change', function() { addToCartButton.disabled = !variantSelect.value; }); } }); </script>

This will set the default variant to an empty state, and only enable the button once a variant is selected.

Solution 2: Use a Shopify App

If you’re not comfortable with coding, consider using apps like "Variant Option Product Options" or "Product Options and Customizer":

1. Install the app.
2. Configure it to ensure no variant is selected by default.
3. Set the app to prevent adding items to the cart until a variant is chosen.

Solution 3: Product Options App with Import Capability

If you need variant info (prices, SKUs) to match with your imported product data, look for an app like "Bold Product Options" or "Infinite Options", which allows extensive customization while maintaining compatibility with variant SKUs.

This should allow you to meet your requirements without compromising variant-specific information.