Product Variants and Options
Offer your customers choice with product variants.
Understanding Variants
- Variants are different versions of a product:
- A t-shirt in S, M, L, XL sizes
- A phone case in different colors
- A subscription in monthly/annual plans
- Each variant can have its own:
- Price
- SKU
- Inventory count
- Image
- Weight
Creating Variants
Step 1: Add Options 1. Edit your product 2. Scroll to **Options** 3. Click **Add Option** 4. Enter option name (e.g., "Size") 5. Add values separated by comma
Step 2: Configure Variants After adding options, variants are auto-generated:
| Size | Color | SKU | Price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Red | SHIRT-S-RED | $29.99 | 50 |
| S | Blue | SHIRT-S-BLU | $29.99 | 45 |
| M | Red | SHIRT-M-RED | $29.99 | 60 |
| M | Blue | SHIRT-M-BLU | $29.99 | 55 |
Step 3: Edit Individual Variants Click any variant to customize: - Unique pricing - Different images - Specific inventory
Variant Limits
- Maximum 3 options per product
- Maximum 100 variants per product
- For more complex needs, create separate products
Variant Images
- Show the right image for each variant:
- Upload all variant images
- Click a variant
- Select its specific image
- Repeat for all variants
Variant Inventory
- Track stock per variant:
- Enable inventory tracking
- Enter quantity for each variant
- Set individual low-stock alerts
Tips for Variants
- **Naming**: Use consistent option names
- **Order**: Arrange options logically
- **Images**: Show real variant differences
- **Stock**: Track at variant level
- **Pricing**: Consider tiered pricing