How to set up a product and collection page in Shopify on my own?

Setting up product and collection pages in Shopify involves adding and organizing your products into collections, as well as customizing how they are displayed on your online store. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you set up product and collection pages on your own:

Setting Up a Product Page

1. Login to your Shopify Admin Panel: Access your Shopify admin panel by navigating to your store's URL followed by `/admin` (e.g., `https://yourstorename.myshopify.com/admin`).

2. Go to Products: In the sidebar, click on `Products`.

3. Add a New Product: Click the `Add product` button.

4. Input Details: Fill in the essential information like the product title, description, price, and SKU (Stock Keeping Unit). You can also add tags for easier searching and categorization.

5. Upload Images: You can upload product images in the `Media` section.

6. Inventory and Variants: If your product comes in multiple variants (like sizes, colors, etc.), you can set them up under the `Variants` section. You can also set up your inventory tracking here.

7. Shipping: If required, set up shipping information, weight, and dimensions.

8. SEO and Meta Descriptions: Customize the web address and meta description of your product page for better SEO. This is usually found at the bottom of the product setup page.

9. Save and Preview: After you have entered all the necessary details, click `Save`. You can also preview how your product page will look by clicking the `Preview` button.

Setting Up a Collection Page

1. Navigate to Collections: From your Shopify admin, go to `Products > Collections`.

2. Create Collection: Click on `Create collection`.

3. Name and Describe: Enter a name for your collection and an optional description.

4. Collection Type: You can either manually select products for your collection or set up conditions for products to be automatically included.

- Manual: You add and remove products from this collection manually.
- Automated: You set conditions based on product tags, product type, price, etc., to automatically include products in the collection.

5. Set Collection Image: You can also set a cover image for your collection.

6. Sort Order: Choose how you'd like to sort the products within the collection.

7. Search Engine Listing Preview: Like with products, you can set SEO and meta descriptions for your collection.

8. Save and Preview: Once you're done, click `Save`. You can also preview your collection before making it live.

9. Add to Navigation: To make your collection accessible from your store's homepage, go to `Online Store > Navigation`, and then add the collection to a menu.

10. Publish: If everything looks good, publish your collection so it becomes visible on your store.

Additional Customizations

- Use Shopify's theme editor to modify the look of your product and collection pages.
- You can also use custom HTML, CSS, or Liquid code to further customize your pages if you're comfortable with coding.

Customizing Display on Collection and Product Pages:

1. Navigate to "Online Store" > "Themes."
2. Click "Customize" on the active theme.
3. Navigate to the collection or product page section you want to customize:
- Each theme may have different sections, such as header, product grid, product details, etc.
4. Make design and layout adjustments:
- Customize the layout, colors, typography, and spacing to match your brand.
5. Preview your changes:
- Use the "Preview" button to see how your changes will appear on your live store.
6. Save and publish your changes:
- Once you're satisfied, click "Save" and then "Publish" to make your changes live.

Remember, Shopify offers a range of customization options, and the exact steps and options might vary based on the theme you're using. If you're new to setting up product and collection pages, take your time to experiment and ensure that your products are presented in an appealing and user-friendly manner.

If you encounter any challenges or need assistance, Shopify's documentation and support resources are valuable references, and you can also seek help from the Shopify Certified Agency - WAHOO.