Multipurpose theme documentation
Multipurpose Fashion Theme
Update Guide
Multipurpose Fashion Theme
This guide explains how to safely update your theme without losing customizations or breaking your live store. Always follow the recommended update workflow.
Estimated time: 10–20 minutes
Recommended: Perform updates during low traffic hours
Recommended: Perform updates during low traffic hours
Why Proper Updates Matter
- Prevent layout or design breakage
- Preserve custom code edits
- Maintain compatibility with Shopify updates
- Improve performance and fix bugs
Safe Update Workflow
Step 1: Duplicate Your Current Theme
- Go to Online Store → Themes
- Click the three dots on your live theme
- Select Duplicate
Step 2: Upload the New Version
- Download the updated theme package
- Upload the new .zip file
- Do not publish yet
Step 3: Compare Custom Changes
- Open both old and new theme in code editor
- Check modified files such as:
- theme.liquid
- custom CSS files
- Modified sections
- Custom snippets
- Manually copy your custom changes to the new version
Step 4: Test the New Version
- Preview the new theme
- Test homepage
- Test product page
- Test cart and checkout
- Test mobile responsiveness
Step 5: Publish the Updated Theme
- Once verified, click Publish
If You Did NOT Modify Code
If you only changed settings via theme customizer and did not edit code files, you can simply upload the new version and reconfigure theme settings if necessary.
Versioning Best Practices
- Keep old versions stored for at least 30 days
- Document any custom modifications
- Avoid editing core theme files directly
- Use custom.css or custom.js files for overrides
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Impact | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Updating live theme directly | Store may break instantly | Always duplicate before update |
| Forgetting custom code migration | Features disappear | Compare files before publishing |
| Publishing without testing | Broken checkout or cart | Preview and fully test before publish |
| Deleting old theme version | No rollback option | Keep backup version stored |
| Overwriting assets folder | Missing custom scripts | Re-add custom files manually |
Next Steps
- 1.3 Import Demo Content – Quickly replicate demo layout and structure.
- 1.4 Theme Requirements – Review technical compatibility and setup requirements.