Quick start

Get your first shoppable video live on your store with Shopvid's Quickstart guide. Follow 4 simple steps to enable, import, create, and display video content.

Why Use Quickstart?

The Quickstart feature helps you:

• Save time by following a proven setup process

• Launch faster with only the essential steps needed

How to Use Quickstart

Step 1: Enable Shopvid in Your Theme

First, you need to activate Shopvid in your Shopify theme settings to allow the app to display videos on your store.

To enable the app:

1. Click Enable App in Step 1

2. You'll be redirected to your Shopify theme editor

3. In the App embeds section, find "Shopvid"

4. Toggle the switch to ON position

5. Click Save in the top right corner

6. Return to the Shopvid app to continue

Note: The app must be enabled for videos to appear on your store. This is a one-time setup.

Step 2: Import Your Videos

Now it's time to add video content to your library.

You can upload your own videos with these specifications:

Video requirements:

• Format: MP4 only

• Maximum size: 20 MB per video

• Maximum videos: 10 videos

To import videos:

1. Click Import Video in Step 2

2. You can select up to 10 MP4 files (max 20 MB each)

3. Please wait while processing. You can still exit the app or browse other pages — your videos will continue uploading.

4. Your videos will appear in the library when ready

Need help with large videos? Contact our support team via chatbot for help with video compression and scaling.

Step 3: Create Your First Widget

A widget is a container for your shoppable videos. You'll customize how videos display and add shopping features.

To create a widget:

1. Click Create Widget in Step 3

2. Give your widget a name (e.g., "Homepage Featured Products")

3. Add videos to your widget:

   • Click Add Videos

   • Select videos from your library

   • Click Confirm Selection

4. Configure display settings:

• Gallery View:

  • Play Video:

    • None: Videos play only when clicked

    • Autoplay on Hover: Videos start playing when customers hover over them (this feature is not available on mobile)

• Full Screen:

  • Seek Control:

    • On: Customers can skip to different parts of the video

    • Off: Videos play from start to finish only

  • Mute Control:

    • On: Shows mute/unmute button for audio control

    • Off: No audio control available to customers

1. Click Save Widget

2. Copy the Widget ID shown on screen (you'll need this next)

Step 4: Add the Widget to Your Store

The final step connects your widget to your storefront where customers can see it.

To display your widget:

1. Click Add to Store in Step 4

2. You'll see your Widget ID (e.g., WIDGET_12345)

3. Click Copy Widget ID

4. Navigate to your theme customizer:

   • Go to Online Store > Themes

   • Click Customize on your current theme

5. Add a "Custom Liquid" or "Shopvid Widget" section where you want videos

6. Paste your Widget ID in the designated field

7. Click Save in the theme editor

8. Preview your store to see your shoppable videos live!

Tip: You can add the same widget to multiple pages or create different widgets for different sections of your store.

Best Practices

• Start with your best content - Choose high-quality videos that showcase your products clearly

• Keep videos short - 15-60 seconds performs best for engagement

• Test on mobile - Most customers shop on mobile devices

• Monitor performance - Check analytics after launching to optimize placement