Expandable Content Section
This guide describes setting up the Expandable Content (Accordion) section.
Use this section to create collapsible content blocks that expand when clicked, perfect for FAQs, product details, or any content that benefits from progressive disclosure.
For general guidance with modifying sections, refer to [Sections overview], and [Shopify help: Sections and blocks].
Set up an Expandable Content section
To set up an Expandable Content section:
- Go to Customize theme
- In Theme editor, select the page where you want to add the Expandable Content
- Select "Add section" > "Expandable content"
Note: This section cannot be added to header or footer areas.
From the side menu, select Expandable Content to configure these settings:
Setting name | Description |
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Heading | Main heading text above accordion items. Default is "Default heading" |
Link to more info | Optional page link for the heading |
Heading text size | Choose from hidden to 7XL, with responsive options. Default is "2XL / desktop 4XL" |
Title text size | Size for accordion item titles. Same size options as heading. Default is "2XL / desktop 4XL" |
Content text size | Size for expanded content text. Same size options as heading. Default is "2XL / desktop 4XL" |
Horizontal spacing size | Choose None, Small, Medium, or Large padding. Default is medium |
Indent section | Add left and right edge indentation when enabled. Default is false |
Section padding | Adjust top and bottom padding independently (0-100px). Default is 100px |
Use alternative colors | Toggle alternative navigation colors. Default is false |
Color scheme | Select a color scheme to match your store's design |
Accordion Item Block Settings
Setting name | Description |
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Title | Heading for the accordion item. Default is "Accordion title" |
Content | Rich text content shown when expanded. Default is "Accordion content here" |
Note: The section comes preset with three accordion items, but you can add or remove items as needed. Content width automatically adjusts based on text size settings.