> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.storefront.co.za/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.storefront.co.za/commerce/roadmap/from-static-templates-to-liquid-themes.md).

# From Static Templates to Liquid Themes

Liquid Theming Engine - in development

<table><thead><tr><th width="242.828125">Release Type</th><th width="202.75">Status</th><th width="451.23046875">Impact</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>New Feature - Frontend Theming &#x26; Self-Service Enablement<br><br>This release introduces a major capability focused on merchant autonomy and frontend customisation.</td><td>In development. We will announce availability in the Release Notes rather than commit to a date.</td><td><ul><li>Merchant Empowerment: Merchants can browse themes, apply designs, and customise them using a visual editor.</li><li>Faster Time to Launch: No need for developer involvement in layout or design changes, so visual updates can happen immediately.</li><li>Developer &#x26; Agency Enablement: Agencies can build and offer custom themes to merchants.</li><li>Future Marketplace Ready: Sets the stage for a theme marketplace with community and partner contributions.</li><li>Safe Transition: Existing storefronts remain unaffected unless a migration is initiated.</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### What is changing?

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* A Liquid-based theming engine for full frontend customisation.
* The ability to browse, preview and apply themes to your store.
* A visual editor for customising colours, fonts, layouts and more.
* Support for section-based editing, reusable content blocks and live preview.
* Framework support for a future theme marketplace.

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#### Why Liquid?

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[Liquid](https://shopify.github.io/liquid/) is a trusted and widely used templating language designed specifically for e-commerce. Using it unlocks:

* Flexible, modular design
* Reusable components across pages and themes
* A clean separation between presentation and logic
* Developer and merchant co-creation opportunities

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This work is in active development and forms part of a wider programme that also includes a new visual content editor, theme editor and code editor. See the [Roadmap](/commerce/roadmap.md) for how these fit together.