The Before/after image section is a versatile and engaging section designed to help Shopify merchants showcase stunning transformations with ease. Whether it’s highlighting the impact of your products, services, or creative work, this feature allows customers to visually compare two images side by side, creating a compelling story that speaks louder than words.
Let’s explore a variety of use cases for the Before/after image section, demonstrating how it can elevate your store’s visual appeal and connect with your audience on a deeper level.
Home decor and design
Highlight rooms, properties, or spaces before and after decorating, staging, or upgrading (e.g., rugs, curtains, artwork, or virtual staging).
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/room_design_before_after_600x600.gif?v=1737590311)
Painting and repairs
Display walls, furniture, vehicles, or other items before and after painting, detailing, repairing, or customization.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/phone_repair_before_after_600x600.gif?v=1738095132)
Outdoor transformations
Compare landscaping, gardening, or environmental cleanup projects before and after efforts.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/landscaping_before_after_480x480.gif?v=1738004363)
Health and fitness progress
Illustrate fitness, weight loss, physical therapy, or cosmetic procedure results (e.g. teeth whitening).
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/teeth_whitening_before_after_600x600.gif?v=1738095196)
Creative work
Compare artistic progress, photo editing, or coding/design projects before and after completion or improvement.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/photo_editing_before_after_480x480.gif?v=1737587410)
Marketing and branding improvements
Showcase website designs, analytics, logos, packaging, or branding materials before and after redesigns or campaigns.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/performance_upgrades_600x600.gif?v=1737586837)
Culinary transformations
Display meals or ingredients before and after packaging, cooking, styling, or plating.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/spices_product_shown_in_before_after_image_600x600.gif?v=1737572174)
Vision correction
Highlight vision improvements with corrective lenses or LASIK.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/before_after_image_focus_corrective_lenses_600x600.gif?v=1737575778)
Charity and community impact
Showcase the effects of donations or community work (e.g., homes built, schools improved, or wildlife habitats restored).
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/charity_restoration_before_after_480x480.gif?v=1738004363)
Product transformations
Showcase the effects of beauty, skincare, or hair care products (e.g., acne removal, wrinkle reduction, haircuts, or styling).
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/before_after_acne_480x480.png?v=1737589128)
Hobbies and crafts
Compare progress or results in hobbies like model building, DIY crafts, or skills development (e.g., handwriting or artistic improvement).
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/sketcj_600x600.gif?v=1737592711)
Pet grooming
Highlight pets before and after grooming sessions.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/before_after_dog_grooming_1_480x480.gif?v=1737582912)
Install it in your store
The Before/after image section is a powerful way to tell your brand’s story, showcase your expertise, and highlight the impact of your products or services. With countless use cases across industries, this feature offers endless creative possibilities to captivate your audience and drive engagement.
We’re excited to announce that the Before/after image section is now available in Theme Sections, one of the many premium features in Theme Updater & Backups.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0200/7466/files/before_after_image_in_theme_sections_16ec0a3a-d5da-479c-871d-a34508ca4af1_600x600.png?v=1738008405)
If you’re ready to transform the way your store communicates its value, give the Before/after image section a try today!