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Topic summary
Initial Question:
Tom_D1 asks how to add a downloadable PDF link (specifically a Returns Policy form) to their Shopify store.
Primary Solution:
Daniel9 provides step-by-step instructions:
- Upload PDF via Shopify admin files section
- Copy the generated CDN URL
- Insert URL into pages using HTML link code
Key Technical Issue:
Multiple users note that Shopify’s default behavior opens PDFs in a new browser tab rather than triggering automatic downloads.
Proposed Workarounds:
- Alan_Houser: Recommends accepting browser default behavior, as download settings vary by user/device
- EasifyApps-Zoe: Suggests using .docs files instead of PDFs for immediate downloads, or installing the “Ease Product Attachments” app
- vortifytech1: Provides detailed JavaScript code solution using fetch API and blob creation to force downloads
- Wayne35: Recommends third-party hosting (Google Drive, Dropbox, Titlegram) for cross-platform use
Additional Suggestions:
- made4Uo shares a video tutorial for direct downloads without apps
- SaDC proposes creating interactive digital flip catalogs
Status: Discussion remains open with multiple viable approaches depending on technical requirements and user preferences.
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