If you’re a Shopify store owner, you know that one of the platform’s limitations is the 100 variant limit for products. This can be frustrating if you have a product with more than 100 options, such as size, color, or style.
When you hit the 100 variant limit, it can be tempting to just add more variants and hope for the best. But there are better ways to handle this issue that can actually improve the user experience for your customers and potentially increase sales.
Here are some things you can do when you hit the 100 variant limit in Shopify:
Use product options instead of variants
One way to get around the variant limit is to use product options instead. Product options allow you to offer a limited number of choices for each option, such as size or color, without increasing the number of variants.
For example, if you have a t-shirt with multiple colors and sizes, you can create a product option for “Color” with the available colors as the choices, and a product option for “Size” with the available sizes as the choices. This way, customers can select their desired color and size without increasing the number of variants.
Use the “Customize It!” app
If you have a product that requires a lot of customization, such as a personalized gift or a made-to-order item, you can use the “Customize It!” app to allow customers to enter their own options. This app lets you create custom options, such as text fields or dropdown menus, that customers can use to specify their preferences.
Use product bundles
Another option is to use product bundles to group similar products together and offer them as a single item. For example, if you have a product with multiple size and color options, you can create a product bundle that includes all of the available sizes and colors. This way, customers can purchase the bundle and select their desired size and color without increasing the variant count.
Use the “Product Customizer” app
If you want to offer a more personalized shopping experience, the “Product Customizer” app can help. This app allows customers to customize their own products by selecting options and adding personalization, such as text or images. The app also lets you set limits on the number of customization options to prevent the variant count from reaching the 100 limit.
Use the “Product Options” app
The “Product Options” app is another option for store owners who want to offer more customization options to their customers. This app lets you create custom options, such as text fields or checkboxes, that customers can use to specify their preferences. It also allows you to set limits on the number of options to prevent the variant count from reaching the 100 limit.
Use the “Product Matrix” app
If you have a large number of product options, the “Product Matrix” app can help you manage them more efficiently. This app allows you to create a matrix of options, such as size and color, and display them in a table or list on your product page. Customers can then select their desired options from the matrix, which reduces the number of variants and makes it easier for them to find the product they want.
Use the “Product Options Plus” app
The “Product Options Plus” app is another tool that can help you offer more customization options to your customers without reaching the variant limit. This app lets you create custom options, such as text fields or dropdown menus, that customers can use to specify their preferences. It also allows you to set limits on the number of options to prevent the variant count from reaching the 100 limit.
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