Installation
Helix can be added to your Shopify store in three ways. Choose the method that fits your situation.
Try Helix for free
Shopify lets you trial any theme before purchasing. During the trial, you can fully customize Helix in the theme editor — all changes are saved if you later decide to buy.
Go to the Shopify Theme Store and search for Helix.
Click Try theme.
In Shopify admin, go to Online Store → Themes.
In the Theme library section, find Helix and click ··· → Preview to see it with your store's content.
Purchase Helix
Only purchased themes can be published to your live store. A Helix license is tied to the store where it was purchased.
In Shopify admin, go to Online Store → Themes.
Click Add theme → Visit Theme Store.
Search for Helix and click Buy.
Complete the checkout. Helix will appear in your Theme library immediately.
Upload a ZIP file
If you have a Helix ZIP file — for example, from a direct download or a theme transfer — you can upload it manually.
In Shopify admin, go to Online Store → Themes.
In the Theme library section, click Add theme → Upload zip file.
In the dialog, click Choose File and select your Helix
.zipfile.Click Upload.
Ensure the ZIP contains a single theme folder at the root level. Nested or re-zipped files may cause an upload error.
After installation
Once Helix is in your theme library, you're ready to customize it before publishing.
Go to Online Store → Themes and click Customize on Helix.
Start with Theme Settings — set your colors, typography, and global layout before building individual pages.
When ready, click Publish to make Helix your live theme.
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