How to Add a Shop All to Your Menu on BigCommerce

Are you looking to add a “Shop All” option to your BigCommerce store menu? This step-by-step video guide will show you how to seamlessly integrate it into your navigation without disrupting your dynamic category setup. In this video, I’ll explain how to hardcode the “Shop All” link into your menu, maintaining your existing structure and ensuring a smooth user experience.

If you’re a BigCommerce store owner, this is a quick and efficient solution for improving your store’s menu. Watch the video below to see exactly how it’s done.

Why Watch This Video?

  1. Quick Solution for Adding a “Shop All” Link
    Learn how to add a “Shop All” link to your BigCommerce store without altering the dynamic category setup.
  2. Avoid Common Menu Mistakes
    Many store owners mistakenly create new categories that break the menu flow. This video shows you how to avoid that.
  3. Step-by-Step Instructions
    The video walks through exactly where to edit your theme files, providing easy-to-follow guidance, even if you’re not a developer.
  4. Maintain a Dynamic Menu Structure
    You’ll learn how to add the “Shop All” link while keeping the rest of your menu fully dynamic.
  5. Perfect for Store Owners and Developers
    Whether you’re managing your store or working with a developer, this video provides a clean and efficient solution.

Video Summary: Key Steps to Add a “Shop All” Link

  1. Introduction and Setup (00:01)
    Kal introduces the video and its goal—adding a “Shop All” link without disrupting the existing dynamic menu.
  2. BigCommerce’s Default Category Page (02:40)
    Discover that BigCommerce has a default /categories page, eliminating the need to manually create a new parent category.
  3. Understanding Menu Structure Issues (03:19)
    Learn why adding “Shop All” through web pages places it awkwardly, and why hardcoding it is the better solution.
  4. Hardcoding the “Shop All” Link (05:43)
    Kal demonstrates how to modify the theme files to insert the “Shop All” link at the beginning of the categories menu.
  5. Final Result: A Clean and Functional Menu (09:32)
    After hardcoding, the “Shop All” link appears correctly in the menu, with both dynamic categories and pages remaining functional.

Watch Now

If you’re ready to enhance your BigCommerce store’s navigation, click play and follow along with these easy-to-implement steps. This quick tutorial will save you time and ensure your menu remains clean and professional.

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