> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://themessupport.gitbook.io/lollipop-theme/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://themessupport.gitbook.io/lollipop-theme/sections/categories.md).

# Categories

Display product categories with collection buttons and image items to help customers quickly browse featured collections.

## How to access

1. **Go to** Shopify Admin → Online Store → Themes.
2. **Click** Customize on your active theme.
3. Click **Add section** on the page and choose **Categories**.

## Section Settings

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| Setting                   | Description                                                                                                                                 |
| ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Layout                    |                                                                                                                                             |
| Expand to full width      | Extends the section to the full browser width.                                                                                              |
| Color scheme              | Sets the background and text colors.                                                                                                        |
| Background opacity        | Controls the background opacity.                                                                                                            |
| Content                   |                                                                                                                                             |
| Heading                   | Sets the section heading text.                                                                                                              |
| Heading size              | Controls the size of the heading. Choose from Small, Medium, or Large.                                                                      |
| Text                      | Adds supporting text to the section.                                                                                                        |
| Text position             | Shows the text above or below the heading.                                                                                                  |
| Desktop content alignment | Aligns the section content on desktop. Choose from Left, Center, or Right. On mobile, the content is automatically centered.                |
| Button style              | Sets the appearance of the collection buttons. Choose from Primary or Secondary.                                                            |
| Show collection count     | Displays the number of products available in each collection.                                                                               |
| Section padding           |                                                                                                                                             |
| Top side                  | Sets the space above the section.                                                                                                           |
| Bottom side               | Sets the space below the section.                                                                                                           |
| Section divider           |                                                                                                                                             |
| Shapes                    | Adds a decorative divider to the section. Choose from Curve top, Curve bottom, Curve both, None, Border top, Border bottom, or Both border. |

## Blocks

Add blocks to this section in the theme editor. Each block is a separate item you can add, remove, and reorder.

### Collection

Displays a collection button within the categories list.

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| Setting    | Description                                                                         |
| ---------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Collection | Selects the collection displayed in this block.                                     |
| Text       | Sets a custom label for the collection button. This replaces the collection's name. |

### Image item

Displays an image that links to a page or collection.

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| Setting | Description                                                                                                  |
| ------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Image   | Selects the image displayed in this block. For best results, use an image with a resolution of 100 × 100 px. |
| Link    | Selects the page or URL the image links to.                                                                  |

## Common Questions

<details>

<summary>How do I add more categories?</summary>

Click **Add block** and choose either a **Collection** or an **Image item** block.

</details>

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<summary>Can I change the collection button text?</summary>

Yes. Enter a value in the **Text** field of the Collection block. This replaces the collection's name.

</details>

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<summary>Can I add an image that links to another page?</summary>

Yes. Use an **Image item** block, upload an image, and select a destination using the **Link** setting.

</details>