How to Add Descriptions Under Product Images on Your Shopify Page

Once upon a time, in the cozy corners of our Shopify universe, we faced a predicament. I remember it like it was yesterday: we assembled, a small but mighty group, all fueled by the same curiosity—how do we put a description under the product image? It seemed so simple, yet it evaded us like the sock that disappears in the dryer. One of us, call him Bob, had fiddled with this for quite some time and came out of the digital forest with a morsel of wisdom. Armed with a bubbling cup of what probably was coffee and a humorously overflowing inbox, we embarked on a quest. And today, we share it with you. Let’s dive into our tale, filled with little eureka moments and the occasional “a-ha!” epiphany.

The Great Hunt for the Description: Our First Stumble

We were all buzzing with excitement. Bob, who we now dub as the "man with the plan," whisked us into the theme editor labyrinth with a wink and a nod. Shopify Themes, he said, are our playground. With anticipation tingling in the air, he guided us, fingers flitting across keyboards as he revealed the initiation rites of Shopify customization.

It was not just about adding a little description; it was about wresting control from the grips of the internet gods. You should have been there—Martina almost knocked over her coffee when she saw how easy it could be.

Step 1: Unfurl the Theme Editor

1. Navigate to your Shopify Admin. Yes, the mysterious land where your online store takes shape.
2. Go to Online Store and click Themes. Our virtual home base.
3. Hit that shiny blue button named Customize beside your live theme. Take a deep breath; we're diving in.

Code? What Could Go Wrong?

Now, entering the code sea can be daunting. But in Bob’s words, “It’s just like assembling IKEA furniture. Sure, there's some cursing, but there's also satisfaction." With a laugh, Susie quipped, “As long as there's no Allen wrench involved,” and with that, we plunged in.

Step 2: Let's Tangle with HTML & Liquid

Shopify uses a delightful concoction of HTML and Liquid (yes, that's what it's called, not the stuff your dishwasher uses).

1. In the left sidebar, scroll until your mouse stops at Sections and click on it with the delight of someone opening a treasure chest.
2. Look for a file that sounds like it holds the inner mystery of product pages; it might be named something clever like product-template.liquid.
3. Search for a line that calls to you, perhaps something like {{ product.title }}. This is where the magic happens.

Now, if you're feeling bold, consider sprinkling in the following snippet right under that line:

<div class="product-description">{{ product.description }}</div>

Remember, not all themes are created equal—each has its own quirks and fun little surprises. Adjust as needed.

Styling the Story: Making It Pretty

With our code refined, we found ourselves echoing Plato—beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Aesthetics matter. That description needs style, flair, a little je ne sais quoi. The thing that whispers to your customers, “Isn’t this simply lovely?”

Step 3: CSS to the Rescue

Navigate over to Assets and select a stylesheet, perhaps theme.scss.liquid. Wherever your styles live, go there, and after a small cup of courage (or espresso), add a dash of CSS.

.product-description {
  font-size: 16px; /* A harmonious font size */
  color: #333; /* A humble, yet delightful color */
  margin-top: 10px; /* Give it some space, let it breathe */
}

The Grand Reveal: Admire the Work

After these sculpturous tweaks, we returned to our product page to admire our creation—like proud parents sending their kid off to first grade. There it was, the description sitting patiently beneath our product image, like a badge of honor. We clicked, zoomed, and hovered lovingly. It was perfect.

The thing about Shopify and all its tiny gears and wheels is that it's a lot like cooking a new recipe. You never know if the flavors will meld until you take that first bite. But see, once you do, you're ready for the next culinary adventure, the next tweak in your theme.

So, dear fellow Shopifysapiens, beam with confidence, share a virtual high-five, and if the spirit moves you, feel free to tinker further. Add little decorations, sprinkle some animated flair, and most of all, embrace the process. Together, we've crafted a little tale, and those descriptions are now more than text—they're storytellers of products yet to be discovered.

In the end, isn't that what a good Shopify store is all about?