Color swatch not working (Impulse Theme)

Topic summary

A user is experiencing issues with color swatches not displaying on their Shopify store using the Impulse theme. They uploaded a PNG file named “Babyblue” and configured the necessary metafields, but the color swatch isn’t appearing on their product pages.

Key responses:

  • One commenter identified the root cause: the PNG file must be placed in the theme’s assets directory, not in the file uploader
  • Another suggested the issue is complex and recommended hiring a Shopify developer for a detailed solution

Status: The discussion remains open with a potential solution provided (correct file placement), but no confirmation yet whether this resolved the issue.

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Please, help me with my color swatches. I have uploaded the PNG file and named it “Babyblue” , and I’ve added all necessary Meta-fields as well, but nothing seems to work out. PLEASE HELP ME! It is not showing the color Babyblue at all!

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Hi @OneCap

We’ve carefully checked your website and found your problem quite complicated. So we suggest hiring a developer.

It’s what we can help with an optimal solution. If you need help from our expert, kindly share your request with us via Shopify experts: https://experts.shopify.com/bss-commerce/services?utm_source=Shopify+Community&utm_medium=Post+reply&utm_campaign=_

We will check it and give you a detailed solution. We’re looking forward to working with you.

The color swatch .png file needs to be in the assets directory of your theme, not in the files uploader.