Share and print settings

Helpful links

1. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes

2. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes/theme-structure

3. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes/theme-structure/theme-settings

4. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes/customizing-themes

5. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes/features-list

6. https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/themes/unlicensed-themes

Reference videos

1. Online store — The official Shopify guide

Overview

The Share and print settings group provides centralized control for displaying share and print buttons throughout your storefront. These options are designed to boost user engagement by giving customers convenient, one-click access to share or print content from any part of your shop. By default, these settings apply globally but can be further customized at the section or block level if more detailed control is needed.

⚠️ Important: Adjustments made in Share and print settings will impact the share and print features storewide, unless a specific section or block explicitly overrides them.

Key components and functionality

Share and print settings

This section defines whether storefront visitors can easily print pages or share content using prominent action buttons. With these controls, shops can promote interaction and create a more helpful experience for their customers.

1. Show print button
   Use this to control whether a print button is visible across your storefront, making it simple for users to print receipts, product pages, or other useful information.

   1. Enabling this will display the print button anywhere printing is supported.

   2. The default value is disabled.

   3. You might consider enabling the print button to support customers wanting hard copies of product guides or policy information.

2. Show share button
   This setting determines if a universal share button is displayed, allowing customers to share pages via their preferred social channels or apps.

   1. Enabling this will add a share button throughout the storefront.

   2. The default value is enabled.

   3. Having the share button available can help expand your reach by making it easy for customers to recommend your content.

📝 Note: Enabling the print button provides tangible value to customers who prefer or require physical copies, while a visible share button encourages visitors to distribute your content and products more widely.

Usage notes

The Share and print settings group is your main control point for globally managing how and where these action buttons appear. You can fine-tune the user experience by overriding these global defaults at the section or block level when unique layouts or specific needs arise.

Consider the type of content you offer and your audience’s preferred methods of engagement when adjusting these settings. If your store features content that is more likely to be saved, printed, or distributed, it may be beneficial to keep both options available. On the other hand, more focused or minimal layouts may call for hiding one or both features.

Responsive design is fully supported: print and share buttons will be functional and accessible on all device types, including desktops, tablets, and mobile. For unique mobile or desktop needs, overrides in relevant settings groups can provide further control.

Accessibility is built in, ensuring each action button is clearly labeled and fully operable via keyboard navigation and assistive technology, supporting a broader range of users.

💡 Tip: Customizing Share and print settings helps you create a storefront experience that reflects your brand priorities, enhances usability, and supports a wide variety of customers.