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# How to Create a New Product Template

Learn how to create and assign custom product templates to specific products in your Shopify store.

### Why Create a Custom Template?

Custom product templates allow you to:

* Create unique layouts for different product types
* Show different sections for specific products
* Customize the shopping experience

### Step-by-Step Guide

#### 1. Create a New Template

1. Go to **Online Store > Themes**
2. Find your active theme and click **Customize**
3. In the top bar, click the dropdown that says "Home page" or another page name
4. Under "Products", click the dropdown showing your current product
5. Click **Create template**
6. Name your template something descriptive (e.g., "Product with video")
7. Click **Create template**

#### 2. Customize Your Template

1. Add or remove sections as needed
2. Customize section settings
3. Click **Save** when finished

#### 3. Assign Template to Products

1. Go to **Products** in your Shopify admin
2. Click the product you want to update
3. Scroll down to **Theme templates**
4. Click the dropdown under "Product template"
5. Select your new template
6. Click **Save**

### Example Use Cases

#### Subscription Products

```
Template name: product.subscription
Sections to add:
- Subscription details
- Delivery schedule
- FAQ
```

#### Products with Videos

```
Template name: product.with-video
Sections to add:
- Product video
- Features list
- Related products
```

#### Bundle Products

```
Template name: product.bundle
Sections to add:
- Bundle contents
- Savings calculator
- How it works
```

### Tips & Best Practices

1. Use clear, descriptive template names
2. Test template on different screen sizes
3. Preview with different product types
4. Keep templates consistent with your brand
5. Don't create too many templates

### Common Issues

#### Template Not Showing?

1. Check if template was saved
2. Verify template is assigned to product
3. Clear browser cache
4. Wait a few minutes for changes to apply

#### Can't Find Template?

1. Make sure you're in the correct theme
2. Check template name spelling
3. Try creating template again
4. Refresh the admin page

Need help? Contact our support team at <support@design-packs.com> for assistance.

> **Pro Tip:** Consider using metaobjects instead of multiple templates! By adding sections that support metaobjects to your main product template, you can create dynamic content that only shows for specific products. This is often easier to manage than multiple templates, especially when you need to make site-wide updates.