A schema is the structure of a database. It defines the relationships between the data in the database. In Shopify, a schema is used to define the fields in a collection.
A collection is a group of products with similar characteristics. For example, a clothing store might have a collection for each type of clothing they sell: shirts, pants, skirts, etc. Each collection has its own schema.
The schema for a collection is made up of fields. A field is a piece of data that can be used to describe a product in that collection. For example, the schema for a shirt collection might have fields for color, size, price, etc.
Shopify uses schemas to provide an easy way for you to add data to your products. With schemas, you can add new fields to your products without having to edit the code for your theme. Schemas are also used by Shopify’s search engine to index your products so that they can be found by customers who are searching for them.
What Is a Schema in Shopify?
A schema is a structure that defines the relationships between pieces of data in a database. In Shopify, schemas are used to define the fields in collections.
Collections are groups of products with similar characteristics. For example, all t-shirts in a shop would be considered part of the “shirts” collection. All Collections have their own schema which is made up of fields.
Fields are bits of data that can describe a product within that Collection. So, going back to our shirts example – common fields might be color, size, or price. Schemas provide an easy way for shop owners to add data about their products without having to edit code for their theme.
They’re also used by Shopify’s search engine so customers can easily find products they’re interested in.
