The job does what it says
You can see the exact change a task makes, such as a sticky header or a visible total.
Before and after
Shopify Before and After: How We Show What Changed
A before and after is the quickest way to see what a job does. Here is how we use animated comparisons, what they prove, and what they cannot.
- Animated before and after on small tasks
- Shows the change, not a promise of results
- Illustrative scenes built the same way as the work
- Every comparison sits next to its price
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Since2015
What you will see
Animated Comparisons on Every Small Task
Each small task page opens with a short animation of the store before and after the job.
On our small task pages, a before and after animation shows the store with the problem and then with the work done: a header that scrolls away becomes one that stays, a cart without a total gains one, a stretched photo returns to its true shape. The animation plays on a plain store scene so the change is easy to see.
These are illustrative scenes, not screenshots of client stores. They are built to show what the job does in the same way a diagram shows how a part works. Every scene sits next to the packages and the price for that job, so you can connect what changes with what it costs.
For larger work such as a theme redesign, a before and after screenshot depends on client permission, so we describe the change in the scope and method instead.
Reading a comparison
What to Look For in Any Before and After
Is it the same page in both images?
A fair comparison uses the same page, device and content. Different pages prove nothing.
Is the change the thing you care about?
A nicer homepage does not show whether checkout improved. Check that the change matches your goal.
Does it include a phone view?
Most traffic is mobile. A desktop-only comparison leaves out the half that matters.
Does it claim a result?
Be careful with numbers attached to pictures. Design changes rarely have a single measurable cause.
Can you see what was kept?
Good work changes the target and leaves the rest alone. Look for unwanted changes nearby.
Where each kind appears
Which Comparison You Will Find Where
| Kind | Where it appears | What it is | What it is not |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animated scene | Small task pages | An illustration of the job's effect | A client store |
| Walkthrough | Every service page | How the job is built, step by step | A result |
| Screenshot pair | Only with client permission | A real page before and after | A guarantee |
| Written scope | Every order | What will and will not change | A marketing claim |
Why this matters
What a Good Comparison Proves
The scope is clear
Seeing what changes also shows what does not, which keeps the fixed price honest.
Nothing hidden
Because the scene is simple, side effects would be visible to anyone checking it.
In depth
Why We Use Illustrative Scenes Instead of Client Screenshots
A diagram can show how a part works. A screenshot can only show how one store looked.
Our before and after animations use a plain store scene so the change is easy to see. A sticky header is clearer on a simple page than on a crowded one. The scene is not a client store, which also means no client's privacy is affected.
What the animation shows
- The state of the store with the problem.
- The state after the job is done.
- The part that changed, highlighted so you can see it.
- What stays the same, so you can see the scope.
What it does not show
It does not show sales, traffic or conversion changes, because design changes rarely have a single measurable effect. It does not show your own store, which will have its own theme and content. It does show what the job is meant to do.
How it connects to price
Each animation sits beside the packages and price for the job. You can see what changes and what it costs, then use the calculator to try options.
If you want to see how a job would look on your own store, a consultation can walk through it, and the written scope describes the change in plain words.
Examples of small changes
Six Small Tasks and What They Change
These are typical examples of small tasks. Each has its own service page with a walkthrough and price.
A sticky header
The header stays at the top of the page as shoppers scroll, so the menu and cart are always within reach.
A visible cart total
The cart shows the running total, so shoppers know what they are spending before checkout.
A fixed image shape
A stretched product photo returns to its true shape and sits consistently in the grid.
A clear sale label
A sale badge and compare-at price make a discount obvious at a glance.
A tidier mobile menu
The menu opens and closes cleanly and fits long names on a phone.
A smaller image
A large image is compressed so the page loads faster without a visible loss.
Using comparisons well
How to Use a Before and After to Brief Your Own Job
A comparison is the clearest form of brief.
- Take a screenshot of the part of your store you want to change, on the device that matters most.
- Circle the area and write what is wrong in one sentence.
- Find a service whose animation shows the change you want.
- Note any differences between that animation and what you want.
- Put your screenshot and notes in your brief.
This gives the person writing your scope everything they need to match your request to a service and price it clearly.
At a glance
Kinds of Comparison and How Far to Trust Each
Not every before and after proves the same thing.
| Kind | What it proves | What it cannot prove |
|---|---|---|
| Animated scene | What the job does, in a clear example | How it will look on your store |
| Screenshot pair on the same page | A visible change on one page and device | Any effect on sales |
| Number attached to a picture | Little, unless the source is shown | That the design caused the change |
| Written scope | Exactly what will and will not change | How the result will feel to your customers |
Related searches
Shopify Redesign Before and After
Short answers to questions people often search for on this topic.
What does a Shopify redesign before and after show?
A Shopify redesign before and after shows what a store looked like and how it works after the changes. The most useful ones compare the same page and device, so you can judge the real difference.
Where can I see Shopify store redesign examples?
For Shopify store redesign examples, look at animated walkthroughs on our small task pages and the industry designs. We do not publish client stores without permission, so we explain the change in the scope and method.
What is a Shopify store makeover?
A Shopify store makeover is a set of design changes that refresh a store, such as a new theme layout, cleaner product pages and a better mobile menu. Sometimes a few small tasks give a makeover without a full rebuild.
Where do I find Shopify store help articles and a help forum?
Shopify publishes its own help articles, technical help articles and a community help forum. They are the authority for menus and settings. Our guides and glossary explain the ideas around them and link to services that do the work.
How do I make a Shopify coming soon page?
To show a Shopify coming soon page, many stores use a password page or a simple landing page while the store is built. You can change a sold out message to coming soon in your product settings or theme text. Check Shopify's help articles for the current steps.
Related searches
What People Search For Around Shopify Before and After
The searches below are the ones that lead people here.
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FAQ
Before and After Questions Answered
What the comparisons show and what they leave out. Open any question for the full answer.
Are the before and after images from real stores?
The animated scenes on small task pages are illustrations built to show what a job changes. They are not screenshots of client stores.
Why not show real client screenshots?
Client stores are private unless the client agrees. Where a client gives permission we can share a real pair, and we describe the scope next to it.
Do you show before and after for large projects?
For larger work we describe the scope and method in writing, because a screenshot pair rarely captures a whole redesign.
Does a before and after prove my store will sell more?
No. A comparison shows a change in design or behavior. Sales depend on traffic, pricing and products as well.
Where do I find the comparison for a task?
At the top of each small task page, next to the packages and price.
Can I ask for a comparison for my own job?
Yes. Use the quote page and tell us the job. We can describe the change and show the closest matching service.
How are the animations made?
They are built as animated graphics in the same style as the rest of the site, using a plain store scene so the change is clear.
Do the animations slow the page?
They are lightweight graphics, and they stop animating for visitors who prefer reduced motion.
Can I see a before and after for my own store?
The written scope describes the change in plain words, and a consultation can walk through it. We do not publish client stores without permission.
Do the animations match the real result?
They show the intended change in a plain scene. Your own store has its own theme and content, so the result will look like your store with the change applied.
Why not use real screenshots?
Many clients prefer privacy, and a screenshot of a finished page hides the behavior that matters, such as how a header acts when you scroll.
What does a good before and after include?
The same page and device in both, a change that matches your concern, a phone view and no unsupported claims about sales.
Can I request a comparison for a job not in the catalogue?
A quote includes a written scope that describes the change. Ask through the quote page.
Do you test the change on a phone?
Yes. Every job is tested on real phones, tablets and desktops before you review it.
Ready when you are
See What a Job Changes, Then Price It
Open a small task to watch its before and after, then check the exact price in the calculator.
- Fixed prices shown before you pay
- Two revision rounds in every package
- A written handover with every job