Add Download Button for Any Type of Files

Add Download Button for Any Type of Files

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Compatibility: All Shopify Themes

Do you have downloadable content like PDFs, guides, audio files, or even software on your Shopify store? If so, you might be struggling to provide a user-friendly way for customers to access these files. This article explores how to add download buttons for any type of file within your Shopify store, using code editing.

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What are Download Buttons and Why Use Them?

Download buttons are clickable elements on your website that initiate the download process for a specific file. Here's why you should consider incorporating them for your downloadable content:

  • Improved User Experience: Clear download buttons eliminate confusion and frustration for customers. They can easily locate and access the files they need.
  • Increased Engagement: Download buttons encourage visitors to explore your downloadable content, potentially leading to higher engagement and conversions.
  • Organized File Management: Download buttons allow you to organize your downloadable content within product pages, collection pages, or even blog posts, keeping your store well-structured.

 

What you are buying:

  • Variant description that change dynamically
  • Using metafield to add the description in each variant
  • Description can be placed anywhere in the product information

What makes our code better:

  • We do not use external libraries, with that being said, our code will have no to minimal effect to your website's speed performance
  • We do not leave or add codes use to advertise for our website
  • Our code is mobile friendly

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How to Add Download Buttons for Any File (Using Code)

Step #1. Open your code editor

From you Admin page, go to Online store, then Themes. Choose the theme you want to edit, then click the three dots, then Edit code

Step #2. Create a new section file 

In the code editor, open the section folder, and you can name it whatever you want. Replace the default code with the code below. 


Step #3. Save the changes

Once you've added the code, save your changes to the theme code by clicking the SAVE button on the right hand upper corner.

Step #4. Add the section in your theme editor

Click the three dots on your upper left hand corner, and click "Customize theme." This will open the theme editor. Add a new section and find the "Download section." Do your customization and SAVE.


Conclusion

By implementing download buttons for your downloadable content, you can streamline the user experience and encourage customers to take advantage of the valuable resources you offer. Remember, clear communication and user-friendly design are key to maximizing the effectiveness of your download buttons.

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I am curious about this code. I want to create a download button. If I purchase and use your code can I then customize the page visually to make the page compatible with my website?

Jane Bernard

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