Banner with Icons
What This Section Does
Display a large banner image with your main message, plus a row of icons below that highlight your key features or benefits. This combination creates visual impact while providing specific reasons why customers should choose your products.
Perfect for:
- Homepage sections explaining what makes you special
- Product category pages highlighting key benefits
- Service pages showing your competitive advantages
- About pages showcasing your brand values
How to Add It
Step 1: Add the Section
- In your Shopify admin, go to Online Store → Themes
- Click Customize next to your live theme
- Click Add section in your main content area
- Choose Banner with Icons from the list
Step 2: Set Up Your Banner
- Upload your main banner image
- Add your headline and description text
- Position the text where it's most readable
- Add a call-to-action button if needed
Step 3: Add Your Feature Icons
- Click Add icon block for each feature you want to highlight
- Choose relevant icons from the library or upload your own
- Add short, clear descriptions for each feature
- Arrange them in order of importance
Key Settings to Configure
Banner Content
Your main message: Make it clear and compelling
- Headline focus: Keep it under 8 words and benefit-focused
- Description support: Add 1-2 sentences that explain the benefit in more detail
- Image choice: Use high-quality images that support your message
- Pro tip: Make sure text is readable by choosing images with clear areas for text overlay
Icon Selection
Feature highlights: Choose 3-5 key benefits to feature
- Most important first: Arrange icons by what matters most to customers
- Keep it simple: Each icon should represent one clear benefit
- Consistent style: Use icons that look good together as a set
- Real benefits: Focus on actual advantages customers care about (free shipping, quality materials, etc.)
Layout Options
How content appears: Optimize for both desktop and mobile viewing
- Text positioning: Choose overlay or below-image based on your image
- Icon arrangement: Slider format works well when you have 4+ features
- Mobile considerations: Ensure text and icons are easily readable on small screens
Pro Tips for Success
Best Practices
- Use icons that immediately communicate the benefit (truck for fast shipping, shield for security)
- Keep icon descriptions to 2-3 words maximum for quick scanning
- Choose a banner image that relates to your product or brand story
- Test different text positions to ensure readability across devices
- Update icons seasonally or when you add new features
Common Mistakes
- Using too many icons that overwhelm the message
- Choosing generic icons that don't clearly represent benefits
- Making banner text too long for quick reading
- Using low-quality or pixelated images
- Forgetting to add alt text for accessibility