Filters

Shopify’s product filters help customers refine their search on collection pages or search results pages. Filters are typically displayed as a sidebar, dropdown menu, or drawer to improve navigation and shopping experience

Built-in Shopify Filters

• Availability: In stock / Out of stock

• Price: Allows filtering based on price range

• Product Type: Sort products by category (e.g., Shirts, Pants, Jackets)

• Vendor (Brand): Filters products by brand or manufacturer

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Common Filter Types

Filter Type	Description
Price Filter	Customers can filter products based on price range (e.g., $0-$50, $50-$100).
Size Filter	Displays available sizes (e.g., Small, Medium, Large).
Color Filter	Filters products by color options.
Category/Type Filter	Organizes products by category (e.g., Jackets, Shoes).
Brand Filter	Allows filtering by specific brands or manufacturers.
Material Filter	Filters based on product materials (e.g., Cotton, Leather).
Custom Filters	Includes unique filters like occasion, style, or features (e.g., waterproof, eco-friendly).

Types of Filter Layouts

• Vertical Filter Layout : Traditional sidebar filter layout.

• Drawer Filter Layout : Filters appear in a collapsible drawer (default for mobile).

• Pagination Style : Choose between load more or numbered pages.

How to Add Search & Discovery App in Shopify

Step 1: Install the App

1. Go to Shopify Admin > Apps.

2. Click Visit the Shopify App Store.

3. Search for Search & Discovery and select the official Shopify app.

4. Click Add App and confirm installation.

Step 2: Configure Filters

1. Open Shopify Admin > Apps > Search & Discovery.

2. Navigate to Filters and click Manage Filters.

3. Click Add Filter and choose from options like Price, Size, Brand, Material, etc.

4. Click Save to apply the filters.

Step 3: Test on Your Store

1. Go to a Collection Page or Search Results Page.

2. Check if the filters appear and function correctly.