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Display Gallery on a Specific Shopify Page

Shopify Custom Page Gallery Integration Guide


1. Executive Summary & Problem Context

When adding an application section like the Essential Grid Gallery in the Shopify Theme Editor, changes made to the Default Page template will automatically cascade across all standard informational pages (such as "About Us", "Contact", and "FAQ"). To display a gallery exclusively on a single dedicated page, you must create an independent custom JSON template inside your theme.


2. Step-by-Step Implementation

  • Step 1: Navigate to Page Templates

Go to your Shopify Online Store Theme Customizer.



In the top-center bar drop-down navigation menu, change the view category from Home Page to Pages.


  • Step 2: Create a New Custom Template

Instead of editing the default item, select the Create template button at the bottom of the drop-down.




  • Step 3: Name and Save Your Template

Provide a clear, alphanumeric suffix for your new template layout (e.g., gallery-page). Make sure it is based on your theme's default settings and click save.



  • Step 4: Inject the Essential Grid Gallery Section

In the left-hand theme customizer menu toolbar, click Add Section. Shift the focus from standard sections to the Apps tab, and choose Essential Grid Gallery.



  • Step 5: Define the Target Grid ID

Click on the newly inserted block to open its options panel on the right side. Map your specific grid by inputting its unique Grid ID.

  • Note: If you only have one active grid configured inside the app dashboard, it will auto-populate. For multiple setups, manually copy and paste the target ID.
  • Step 6: Assign the Template to the Target Page

Exit the Customizer and return to the primary Shopify administrative dashboard. Navigate to Online Store > Pages and open your dedicated gallery page. In the right sidebar under Online store > Theme template, swap the template assignment from Default page to your new custom template (e.g., page.gallery-page). Click Save.



  • Step 7: Perform Quality Assurance Checks

Preview the live page to verify the grid renders correctly, and cross-reference your site's other pages to confirm they remain unaffected.

Updated on: 19/07/2026