# Theme Installation

### 1. Uploading the Theme

Steps for uploading the theme file to Shopify.

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**Steps:**

1. In your Shopify admin, go to **Online Store > Themes**.
2. Under **Theme library > Add theme**
3. Select **Upload ZIP file**.
4. In the upload window, click **Add file** and choose your theme’s ZIP file.
5. Select **Upload**, and your theme will appear in the **Themes** section.

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### 2. Activating and Publishing the Theme

Instructions for activating and setting the theme as the live storefront.

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**Steps:**

1. In your Shopify admin, go to **Online Store > Themes**.
2. Under **Theme library**, locate the theme you uploaded.
3. Click **Publish** next to your theme, to make the theme live on your store.

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