Release Notes 4 min read
05 Feb 2024

Debutify Theme 6.0 Release

Debutify Theme 6.0 Release

Debutify Theme 6.0

Debutify Theme 6.0 is Here! You can expect enhanced speed, usability, and customization in this major update.

 

New

Here are the features that have been added in Debutify Theme 6.0:

 

New layout settings (Major)

We have introduced layout options, the default and wide view, for sections and add-ons to increase design flexibility.

New add-on (Major)

Introducing the Product Zooming Add-on! This add-on replaces the full-screen image click setting in the product section. Now, you can provide your customers with an immersive and detailed view of your products.




Improvements

Here are the features that have been updated and improved in Debutify Theme 6.0:

Code Revamp for Enhanced Performance (Major)

  1. Complete overhaul of theme code for improved structure and speed.
  2. Shopify admin score can reach up to a 90-page speed score with an optimized store setup. This is a significant leap from the 20-30 score in version 5.0.

Restructured SCSS Styles (Major)

  1. SCSS styles now leverage native CSS features, including variables, functions, and modifiers. 
  2. All theme styles do not have a minified theme.css file, so users can easily make changes if needed.

Optimized Translations (Major)

  1. Reduced duplicate values, minimizing translation needs.
  2. General scope was created for common settings like headings, simplifying translations across the theme.
  3. Debutify Theme 6.0 now supports 27 languages, eliminating the need for third-party apps. These languages are as follows:
  4. Czech
  5. Danish
  6. German
  7. Greek
  8. English
  9. Spanish
  10. Finnish
  11. French
  12. Hindi
  13. Hungarian
  14. Indonesian
  15. Italian
  16. Japanese
  17. Korean
  18. Malay
  19. Norwegian
  20. Dutch
  21. Polish
  22. Portuguese (BR)
  23. Portuguese (PT)
  24. Russian
  25. Swedish
  26. Thai
  27. Turkish
  28. Vietnamese
  29. Chinese (simplified)
  30. Chinese (Traditional)

Optimized Images and Media (Major)

  1. All images and media are optimized to the latest standards. 
  2. There is no need for third-party scripts like lazysizes.js used in version 5.0.

Script and Asset Management (Major)

  1. Scripts for each add-on have individual JS files under the assets folder. These are loaded only where needed.
  2. Scripts for global sections have dedicated JS files under the assets folder. These are loaded only when in the view of the customer.
  3. All components in theme.js file were separated into individual scripts, which load only when needed, resulting in a faster and more responsive site.

Standardized and improved Settings (Major)

  1. Settings for sections and add-ons have been standardized and improved, making it easier to navigate and customize your site. 

Revamped sections (Major)

  1. Product and Featured Products sections now feature a block-based structure.
  2. There are blocks for default product features like Title, Price, and Variants.
  3. There are also blocks for the add-ons like Inventory Quantity, Product Bullet Points, and more.
  4. Merchants can reorder these blocks for a personalized layout, breaking from the rigid structure of previous versions.
  5. Sections in the theme customizer are grouped into General, Add-ons, Header, and Footer for clarity. Here’s what’s included in each group:
  6. General - includes help links to DTM, changelogs, and more.
  7. Add-ons - include sections rendered based on specific conditions, like Product tabs, which render in the Product section block.
  8. Header - includes sections for the header area visible on all pages, including the Header section, Drawer menu, and Menu bar add-on.
  9. Footer - includes all sections included in the footer on every page.

Revamped add-ons (Major)

  1. Major updates to existing add-ons, enhancing functionality and performance.
  2. Add-To-Cart Animation
  3. Age Check
  4. Agree To Terms
  5. Announcement Bar
  6. Automatic Geolocation
  7. Back In Stock
  8. Back To Top
  9. Breadcrumbs
  10. Cart Bubble
  11. Cart Discount
  12. Cart Favicon
  13. Cart Goal
  14. Cart Notification
  15. Cart Reminder
  16. Cart Savings
  17. Cart Upsell
  18. Collection Add-To-Cart
  19. Collection Filters
  20. Color Swatches
  21. Cookie Box
  22. Custom Currencies
  23. Customizable Products
  24. Delivery Date
  25. Delivery Time
  26. Discount Saved
  27. FAQ Page
  28. Facebook Messenger
  29. Gift Wrap
  30. Inactive Tab Message
  31. Infinite Scroll
  32. Instagram Feed
  33. Inventory Quantity
  34. Linked Options
  35. Mega Menu
  36. Menu Bar
  37. Minimum Order
  38. Newsletter Popup
  39. Order Feedback
  40. Order Tracking
  41. Page Speed Booster
  42. Page Transition
  43. Pricing Table
  44. Product Bullet Points
  45. Product Image Crop
  46. Product Swatches
  47. Product Tabs
  48. Quantity Breaks
  49. Quick Compare
  50. Quick View
  51. Recently Viewed
  52. Remove Debutify Branding
  53. Shop Protect
  54. Show Second Image On Hover
  55. Size Chart
  56. Skip Cart
  57. Smart Search
  58. Social Discount
  59. Sticky Add-To-Cart
  60. Sticky Header
  61. Synced Variant Image
  62. Trust Badge
  63. Upsell Bundles
  64. Upsell Popup
  65. Wish List



Additional changes

Seamless add-on management (Major)

With the launch of Debutify Theme 6.0, we've also upgraded our login portal, enhancing script tag functionality for optimal management. This new feature allows for the straightforward enabling or disabling of add-ons directly through the portal.

 

Bug fixes

Check out the issues we’ve recently addressed.

🐞 Fixed: Quantity Break Add-On doubling the discount on the cart page or drawer, causing an incorrect subtotal display. 

🐞 Fixed: Quantity Break Add-On failing to transfer the discount to the checkout page.

🐞 Fixed: Collection add-to-cart text misalignment issue on IOS devices.

 

 

Helpful articles

How to update your Shopify site to Debutify Theme 6.0?

What has changed in the Sections/ Add-ons for Debutify 6.0?

How to Customize Your Product or Featured Product Page Using Debutify Theme 6.0?

How to Enable Product Zooming in Add-on on Images in the Debutify Theme?

How to Enable/Disable an Add-on?

 

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Rhea Diamante is a copywriter at Debutify, where she crafts compelling and engaging content. With a knack for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, she ensures every piece she writes resonates with the audience and drives results.

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