When to use pages and when to use templates

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Hello @AHilluk ,

I understand your confusion regarding the use of Pages and Templates in Shopify. Let me provide some clarification and guidance on when to use each of them:

  1. Pages:
  • Pages in Shopify are typically used for static content pages such as About Us, Contact Us, FAQ, etc. They are often included in the main menu and accessible from various themes.
  • Pages can be created and managed directly within the Shopify admin without the need for coding or custom templates.
  • If you change themes, the Pages you’ve created will still be available and can be assigned to the main menu or linked from other pages.
  1. Templates:
  • Templates are custom-designed layouts and structures for specific types of content or pages on your Shopify store.
  • Templates are created using Liquid, the templating language used in Shopify, and allow for more flexibility and customization than regular Pages.
  • Templates are typically used for dynamic content that requires specific layouts or functionality, such as product pages, collection pages, blog posts, etc.
  • Templates can be created, modified, and managed in the theme code editor within the Shopify admin.
  1. Advantages and Disadvantages:
  • Pages are easier to create and manage without coding knowledge, making them suitable for simple content pages.
  • Templates offer more control and customization options, making them ideal for complex and dynamic content layouts.
  • Pages are more portable and can be used across themes, while custom Templates are tied to a specific theme and need to be recreated or adjusted when switching themes.

Regarding your fourth question, meta fields and custom Templates are indeed powerful tools for creating dynamic and flexible layouts. Custom Templates allow you to define unique page structures, while meta fields provide additional data and options for customization within those Templates.

While I don’t have a specific article to point you to, Shopify’s official documentation is a valuable resource for understanding the concepts and best practices related to Pages and Templates. You can find detailed information in the Shopify Help Center under the “Pages” and “Theme Development” sections.

Hope this can help. Let us know if you need any further support.

Ali Reviews team.

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