Listing image defaulting to first variant image

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Hi there, I’m using the “Dawn 15.41” theme, I’ve noticed that when clicking a listing, the first image that is shown is not the first image that the listing should be, but it auto selects the first variant and shows that image instead. I’ve tried messing around on the backend of things but only succeeded in breaking things, haha.

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Hello, the first image shown on this listing is the individual image assigned to the first variant!

How it’s appearing (1):

The first image should actually be a picture of the two pins next to each other, which is showing up as the second image. See (2).

(3): a screenshot of my listing page (on mobile) with the images in the correct order.

I’d be much appreciative if you could advise!

Do I understand properly that your product grids (collections, featured collections) show product featured image, but when on the product page, variant image is shown instead?

For this I’ve shared solution earlier – Eternal issue of replacing variant image by featured image on product page (Trade 15.4.0) - #3 by tim_tairli

It only works if variant is not pre-selected in URL which can be handy if you, say filter collection by product color.
And it works in any theme from the Dawn family.

And does not require theme code modification, which is a huge benefit.

That’s perfect, exactly what I needed! Thank you so much!