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Built-In Template Packs

Template packs are curated collections of metafield definitions designed for specific business needs. Each pack includes properly named fields, correct types, validation rules, and descriptions everything you'd spend hours researching and configuring manually.

Install a pack and your metafield structure is ready in seconds. No guesswork. No manual setup.


How to Install a Template Pack

  1. Navigate to the Templates section in the app menu
  2. Click the "Install a Metafield Pack" tab
  3. Browse the available packs each card shows the pack name, category, field count, and description
  4. Click "Preview Fields" to see exactly which metafield definitions will be created
  5. Click "Install pack"
  6. Metafield Studio checks your store's capacity (Shopify allows 256 definitions per resource type) and creates all definitions automatically
  7. A success banner shows how many definitions were created, how many already existed (skipped), and any errors
tip

Already have some definitions with the same namespace and key? No problem the installer skips those automatically. You won't get duplicates.


Available Packs

1. SEO & Discoverability

The problem: Your products don't show up on Google. You're paying for ads because organic traffic is nonexistent, and you don't know which fields actually help search engines find your products.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Title TagSingle-line textCustom page title for Google results (overrides your product title)
Meta DescriptionMulti-line textThe snippet Google shows below your page title
OG TitleSingle-line textTitle that appears when your product is shared on Facebook, Twitter, etc.
OG DescriptionMulti-line textDescription for social media shares
OG Image URLURLCustom image for social sharing (instead of your first product image)
Review Rating LabelSingle-line textSurfaces star ratings in Google rich snippets
Price Range LabelSingle-line textShows price range in search results
Availability LabelSingle-line textShows stock status in search results
Focus KeywordSingle-line textYour target keyword for this page (internal reference, not indexed)
Canonical URLURLTells search engines which URL is the "real" page (prevents duplicate content)

Who this is for: Every merchant. SEO is how customers find you without you paying for every click. This pack is the starting point for any store serious about growth.

Time saved: Researching and creating these 10 definitions manually would take 30-60 minutes. With the pack, it's one click.


2. Product Details & Specs

The problem: Customers email you asking for dimensions, materials, and care instructions that should already be on the product page. Every unanswered question is a lost sale.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
MaterialSingle-line textWhat the product is made of
LengthDimensionProduct length with unit
WidthDimensionProduct width with unit
HeightDimensionProduct height with unit
WeightWeightProduct weight with unit
Care InstructionsMulti-line textWashing, storage, handling instructions
Warranty TypeSingle-line textType of warranty (limited, lifetime, etc.)
Warranty DurationSingle-line textHow long the warranty lasts
Country of OriginSingle-line textWhere the product is made
ManufacturerSingle-line textWho made the product
Key FeaturesList (single-line text)Bullet-point highlights for the product page

Who this is for: Any store selling physical products. The specific fields vary by what you sell, but the pattern structured specs on the product page is universal.

The ROI: Fewer pre-purchase support tickets. Higher conversion rates (shoppers who find answers on your page don't bounce to Amazon to compare). Every question answered on the page is a sale you don't lose.


3. Custom Storefront Filtering

The problem: Shopify only lets customers filter by price, availability, and vendor. Your customers want to filter by color, material, size, and finish but you can't offer that without metafield data backing it.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
ColorSingle-line textFilterable color attribute
MaterialSingle-line textFilterable material attribute
SizeSingle-line textFilterable size attribute
StyleSingle-line textFilterable style attribute
FinishSingle-line textFilterable finish attribute
FlavorSingle-line textFilterable flavor attribute
Thread CountIntegerNumeric filter for textiles
Is OrganicBoolean"Organic" filter toggle
Is VeganBoolean"Vegan" filter toggle
Is HandmadeBoolean"Handmade" filter toggle
On SaleBoolean"On Sale" filter toggle

Who this is for: Any store with more than 50 products and varied attributes. If customers can't find what they want, they leave.

Why this matters: Merchants spend $15-50/month on standalone filtering apps. This pack provides the data layer that powers those filters. Once you've tagged 500 products with filterable attributes, that data investment makes your store better every day.


4. Fashion & Apparel

The problem: You need size charts, care labels, and material breakdowns on every product and they're different for every category. Returns are eating into your margins because customers don't know what they're getting.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Size ChartJSONPer-product or per-collection size chart data
Material CompositionSingle-line textFabric breakdown (e.g., "60% cotton, 40% polyester")
Care IconsSingle-line textStandardized care symbols (machine wash, tumble dry, etc.)
Fit TypeSingle-line textSlim, regular, relaxed, oversized
GenderSingle-line textProduct gender classification
Age GroupSingle-line textAdult, youth, kids, infant
SeasonSingle-line textSeasonal collection tag (SS25, FW25, Pre-Fall)

Who this is for: Any fashion, clothing, or textile store.

The ROI: Return reduction. Every percentage point drop in return rate saves thousands. Size charts + material accuracy + fit descriptions directly attack the #1 reason for fashion returns: "not what I expected."


5. Food, Beverage & Supplements

The problem: You need nutrition facts, allergen warnings, and ingredient lists on your product pages and they need to be accurate because you're legally liable.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
CaloriesIntegerCalories per serving
Total FatDecimalFat content in grams
ProteinDecimalProtein content in grams
Total CarbsDecimalCarbohydrate content in grams
IngredientsMulti-line textFull ingredient list (ordered by weight)
AllergensMulti-line textAllergen declarations (milk, soy, tree nuts, etc.)
Serving SizeSingle-line textServing size description
Servings Per ContainerIntegerNumber of servings
Is OrganicBooleanOrganic certification flag
Is Non-GMOBooleanNon-GMO certification flag
Is KosherBooleanKosher certification flag
Is HalalBooleanHalal certification flag
Is VeganBooleanVegan certification flag
Is Gluten FreeBooleanGluten-free certification flag
Supplement FactsMulti-line textDose, daily value %, active ingredients
Batch NumberSingle-line textBatch/lot tracking number
Expiration DateDateProduct expiration date
Storage InstructionsMulti-line textHow to store the product properly

Who this is for: Food brands, beverage companies, supplement sellers, bakeries, health stores.

Why this pack has infinite value: Compliance. A food merchant without proper allergen declarations is one customer complaint away from a legal issue. This pack doesn't just add convenience it adds protection.


6. B2B & Wholesale

The problem: You run a wholesale operation alongside DTC and need different data for different buyer types MOQs, case pack quantities, and product certifications that retail customers never see.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Minimum Order QuantityIntegerMOQ per product
Case Pack QuantityIntegerUnits per case for wholesale orders
Inner Pack QuantityIntegerUnits per inner pack
Wholesale Pricing TiersJSONTiered pricing structure for volume buyers
Lead TimeSingle-line textEstimated production/shipping lead time
Estimated Ship DateDateExpected ship date for wholesale orders
UPC CodeSingle-line textUniversal Product Code barcode
EAN CodeSingle-line textEuropean Article Number barcode
GTIN CodeSingle-line textGlobal Trade Item Number
Product CertificationsMulti-line textISO, CE, UL, FDA certifications
Reorder PointIntegerInventory level that triggers reorder
Vendor SKUSingle-line textSupplier's SKU for cross-reference

Who this is for: Merchants who sell wholesale, do B2B alongside DTC, or resell from suppliers.

The ROI: Operational efficiency. B2B merchants deal in volume. Saving 2 hours per week on data entry across 1,000 SKUs is a tangible, calculable return.


7. Home & Furniture

The problem: Customers want to know exact dimensions, assembly info, and finish options before buying a $2,000 sofa online. Missing this information means returns that cost $150+ in shipping alone.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Seat HeightDimensionSeat height measurement
Arm HeightDimensionArm rest height
Total WidthDimensionOverall product width
Total DepthDimensionOverall product depth
Total HeightDimensionOverall product height
Assembly RequiredBooleanWhether assembly is needed
Assembly TimeSingle-line textEstimated assembly duration
Finish / ColorSingle-line textAvailable finish or color option
Room Size RecommendationSingle-line textMinimum room size suggestion
Weight CapacityWeightMaximum weight the product supports
Frame MaterialSingle-line textFrame construction material
Upholstery MaterialSingle-line textCovering material
Fill MaterialSingle-line textCushion/padding material
Indoor / OutdoorBooleanWhether suitable for outdoor use
Companion ProductsList (product reference)Matching or complementary items

Who this is for: Furniture stores, home decor, lighting, shelving any store selling large or high-ticket home goods.

The ROI: A single prevented return on a sofa ($150+ in shipping alone) pays for your Metafield Studio subscription for months.


8. Localization & Multi-Market

The problem: You sell in 4 countries but your store only speaks one language. Compliance text, sizing conversions, and translated descriptions are scattered or missing entirely.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Translated TitleJSONProduct title in multiple languages
Translated DescriptionJSONProduct description in multiple languages
Translated FeaturesJSONKey features in multiple languages
Prop 65 WarningMulti-line textCalifornia Proposition 65 compliance text
EU REACH ComplianceMulti-line textEU chemical regulation compliance
UK WEEE ComplianceMulti-line textUK waste electrical equipment compliance
Locale Sizing MapJSONSize conversions (US 8 = EU 42 = UK 6)
Duties NoteSingle-line textDuty/tax information for international orders

Who this is for: Any merchant selling internationally or across multiple Shopify Markets.


9. Digital Products & Courses

The problem: You sell digital downloads, courses, or software, and customers need to know file formats, system requirements, and licensing terms before purchasing.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
File FormatSingle-line textFile type (PDF, MP4, ZIP, etc.)
CompatibilityList (single-line text)Compatible platforms or software
Course DurationSingle-line textTotal course length
Lesson CountIntegerNumber of lessons or modules
Difficulty LevelSingle-line textBeginner, intermediate, advanced
License TypeSingle-line textPersonal, commercial, or extended
System RequirementsMulti-line textMinimum system specs needed
Version NumberSingle-line textCurrent version of the product
Update HistoryJSONChangelog of updates and releases

Who this is for: Course creators, digital asset sellers (fonts, templates, presets), software developers on Shopify.


10. Sustainability & Ethical Sourcing

The problem: Your customers care about sustainability, and regulations are tightening (EU Digital Product Passport by 2027). You need structured data about your products' environmental and ethical credentials.

What you get:

FieldTypeWhat It Does
Carbon FootprintSingle-line textCarbon footprint per product
Origin CountrySingle-line textCountry where the product was made
Facility NameSingle-line textManufacturing facility
Is Fair TradeBooleanFair Trade certification status
RecyclabilitySingle-line textRecyclability classification
End of Life InstructionsMulti-line textDisposal or recycling instructions
B-Corp CertifiedBooleanB-Corp certification status
Rainforest AllianceBooleanRainforest Alliance certification
OEKO-TEX CertifiedBooleanOEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification

Who this is for: Eco-conscious brands, merchants selling into the EU, and anyone who wants to get ahead of upcoming sustainability regulations.


After Installation

Once you install a template pack:

  1. Your metafield definitions are created in Shopify and organized as a template in Metafield Studio
  2. Start filling in values using the Bulk Editor or Spreadsheet Editor for efficient data entry
  3. Display the data on your storefront using Theme Extensions no code required
  4. Customize add, remove, or edit any fields in the installed template to match your exact needs

You can install multiple packs. An apparel store might install the Fashion & Apparel pack, the SEO pack, and the Custom Filtering pack together.


Can't Find What You Need?

The 10 built-in packs cover the most common merchant needs, but your store is unique. You can: