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How do I edit a BigCommerce theme?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 1:05 am

When you are ready to make changes to your BigCommerce theme, you will need to first create a copy of the theme and make your changes. This guide will walk you through the steps of creating a copy of your theme, making changes, and then importing your changes back into your original theme.

1. Log in to your BigCommerce account.

2. Click on “Themes” in the main menu.

3. Click on the “Upload Theme” button.

4. Select the “Create a Copy” option.

5. Enter a name for your copy of the theme.

7. Click on the “Download Theme” button.

8. Click on the “InstallTheme” button.

9. Click on the “Activate Theme” button.

10. Click on the “Settings” button in the “Themes” section.

11. Click on the “Theme Options” button.

12. Click on the “Appearance” tab.

13. Click on the “Upload a Image” button.

14. Click on the “Select Image” button.

15. Navigate to the location where you saved your theme copy.

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17. Click on the “Upload Image” button.

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19. Click on the “Publish Theme” button.

20. Click on the “Preview Theme” button.

21. Click on the “OK” button.

22. Click on the “Back to Themes” button in the “Themes” section.

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24. Click on the “Apply Changes” button.

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41. Click on the “Close Theme Settings” button.

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PRO TIP: If you are not a trained web developer, we recommend that you do not attempt to edit your BigCommerce theme. Making even a small mistake in the code can result in your entire website being taken offline. If you need to make changes to your theme, please contact a BigCommerce Partner or BigCommerce support for assistance.
Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.