Well-designed vendor stores see 60% higher conversion rates and 45% longer customer browsing times compared to default store layouts.
Store Customization Overview
Your digiMall store is your digital storefront. Customizing its appearance, layout, and branding elements helps create a memorable shopping experience that builds customer trust and encourages repeat purchases.
Layout Customization
• Custom store header design
• Product grid arrangements
• Featured product sections
• Category organization
• Navigation menu structure
Visual Branding
• Logo placement and sizing
• Color scheme customization
• Typography and font choices
• Banner and background images
• Brand consistency elements
Content & Messaging
• Store description and story
• Welcome messages
• Policy statements
• Contact information display
• Social proof elements
Getting Started with Store Customization
Follow this step-by-step process to transform your default store into a branded, professional storefront.
1
Access Store Customization
Navigate to Dashboard → Store Settings → Customization & Branding
2
Choose Your Store Template
Select from professional templates or start with a blank canvas
3
Upload Brand Assets
Add your logo, brand colors, and essential visual elements
4
Preview and Publish
Test your store design across devices before making it live
Essential Brand Identity Elements
Key visual and textual elements that define your store's personality and build customer recognition.
Logo and Visual Identity
Logo Requirements
• Minimum 300x300px resolution
• PNG or SVG format with transparency
• Clear visibility on light and dark backgrounds
• Consistent with your offline branding
Visual Guidelines
• Maintain proper logo proportions
• Ensure sufficient white space around logo
• Test logo visibility at different sizes
• Consider mobile device display
Color Scheme and Typography
Colors and fonts create emotional connections and convey your brand personality to customers.
Color Psychology in E-commerce:
• Blue: Trust, security, professionalism
• Green: Growth, health, eco-friendly
• Orange: Energy, enthusiasm, affordability
• Red: Urgency, excitement, bold choices
• Purple: Luxury, creativity, premium quality
• Black: Elegance, sophistication, premium
Store Banner and Hero Images
Hero Banner
1920x600px showcasing your best products
Category Banners
600x300px for each product category
Mobile Banners
750x400px optimized for mobile devices
Store Layout Optimization
Strategic layout design guides customers through your products and increases the likelihood of purchases.
Above-the-Fold Elements
Store name and logo prominently displayed
Easy-to-find search functionality
Featured products or promotions
Clear contact and support options
Product Organization
Logical category structure
Easy sorting and filtering options
Best-sellers prominently featured
Advanced search capabilities
Mobile Store Optimization
With over 70% of Nigerian e-commerce traffic coming from mobile devices, mobile optimization is crucial for success.
Mobile-First Design Principles
Navigation Optimization
• Touch-friendly button sizes (minimum 44px)
• Simplified menu structure
• Quick access to search and categories
• Prominent cart and account access
Content Adaptation
• Condensed product information
• Optimized image loading
• Readable font sizes (minimum 16px)
• Fast loading times (<3 seconds)
Cross-Device Consistency
Ensure your store provides a consistent experience across all device types.
Testing Checklist:
• Test on various screen sizes (phones, tablets, desktops)
• Verify image quality and loading speed
• Check navigation functionality on touch devices
• Ensure forms are easy to complete on mobile
• Test payment process on all devices
Advanced Customization Features
Professional features to further differentiate your store and enhance the customer experience.
Interactive Elements
Hover effects on products and buttons
Customer review widgets
Live chat integration
Wishlist and save for later
Analytics Integration
Track visitor behavior and conversions
A/B testing for store elements
Real-time performance monitoring
Conversion rate optimization
Store Customization Success Tips
• Start with your target customer in mind
• Maintain consistency across all touchpoints
• Prioritize loading speed over complex animations
• Regularly update and refresh your store design
• Use customer feedback to guide improvements
• Monitor analytics to understand user behavior
• Keep your branding aligned with your business values