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Background shape ​

This guide describes the Background shape block that's included in some of the Shapes theme sections. Use the block to add a stylistic shape to a section.

The previous video demonstrates adding a Background shape to a section.

Add a background shape ​

You can add Background shape blocks inside any appropriate section.

For example, in the following image, a Rich text section contains a Background shape block.

An example of a Background shape block inside a Rich text section on a store page.

To add a Background shape block to a section:

  1. In Theme editor, select an appropriate section from the side menu.

    Note

    Background shape blocks can be added into most sections. But Background shape blocks cannot be added to all sections.

  2. Select Add block, and then choose Background shape (block).

    For example, in the following image, a Background shape block is added to a Rich text section.

    A Background shape block added to a Rich text section in Theme editor.

Types of background shapes and blobs ​

Shapes theme provides the following for use with a Background shapes block:

  • 18 types of background shape
  • 10 blob-types. Select a blob type by adjusting the block setting's Blob type slider.

The available background shapes are displayed in the following image.

Types of background shapes

The following image shows the available blob-types.

Blobs

Configure a background shape ​

To configure a Background shape block:

  1. In Theme editor, from the side menu, select a section that contains a Background shape block.

  2. Expand the section menu, and then select a Background shape block.

  3. Apply a block setting described in the following table.

Block setting nameDescription
ShapeUse the Shape dropdown to set a shape for the block to use. Refer to the previous image for a list of available shapes.
Blob typeAdjust the Blob type slider to select the type of blob for the block to use. Refer to the previous image for a list of available blob types.
SizeAdjust the Size slider to set a size for the shape. Background shapes that overflow the size of the section are cropped - this is a fun way to create interesting effects! The slider ranges from 25 to 300.
OpacityAdjust the Opacity slider to set the visibility of the block. The slider ranges from 0 to 100 percent.
BlurAdjust the Blur slider to set the intensity of the blur effect applied to the block. The slider ranges from 0 to 500. A higher value applies more blur to the shape, and creates a gradient-type effect.
Position > Horizontal positionAdjust the Horizontal position slider to position the block along the x-axis inside the section. The slider ranges from 0 to 100.
Position > Vertical positionAdjust the Vertical position slider to position the block along the y-axis inside the section. The slider ranges from 0 to 100.
Position > RotateAdjust the Rotate slider to rotate the block inside the section. The slider ranges from -90 to 90 degrees.
Animation > Enable parallaxSelect the checkbox Enable parallax to turn on/ off a parallax animation effect. If enabled, the block's content scrolls slower than the rest of the page.
Animation > Parallax speedAdjust the Parallax speed slider to set a speed for the parallax animation (if enabled). The slider ranges from 1 to 10.
Color > ColorSelect the Color dropdown to set a color for the block. Set the block to use the section color scheme's Text, Accent 1, Accent 2, Card, Background or Gradient color.
Color > SchemeUse the Scheme dropdown to set a color scheme for the block to use. By default, the block uses the containing section's color scheme. Alternatively, select any color scheme to mix and match palettes. The dropdown options are Same as section, Primary, Secondary, and Quaternary. Refer to Colors.
Remove blockSelect Remove block to delete the block from the section.