#Variation Swatches

[woonotes]

Confused Customers? Clear Product Options with Variation Radio Buttons

When it comes to online shopping, clarity is king. If your product variations confuse customers, they’re more likely to abandon their cart than spend time figuring out what size, color, or style to pick. That’s where WooCommerce swatches particularly radio button variations come into play. They simplify the buying experience and drive conversions.

Let’s explore how radio button swatches can remove friction and make your WooCommerce store more user-friendly.

Why Traditional Dropdowns Fall Short

Most default WooCommerce stores display product variations using dropdown menus. While functional, dropdowns can be:

Cluttered and hard to read

Easy to overlook or misunderstand

Poor for mobile user experience

Confusing when variations have long names or multiple attributes

This confusion causes hesitation, and hesitation kills sales.

Radio Buttons: A Clearer Way to Display Variations

Using radio button swatches instead of dropdowns solves these issues. Radio buttons make all available options visible at a glance, letting customers instantly compare and select variations like

Sizes (S, M, L, XL)

Colors (Red, Blue, Black)

Materials or finishes

Styles or bundles

These buttons act like visual cues, guiding the shopper toward quick decisions.

How WooCommerce Swatches Improve User Experience

Here’s how radio-style WooCommerce swatches benefit both store owners and shoppers:

1. Instant Clarity

Each option is laid out visually, reducing guesswork. For example, rather than selecting “Black” from a dropdown, the user clicks a clearly labeled “Black” button.

2. Faster Decisions

The less time a customer spends thinking, the more likely they are to buy. Radio buttons create a smooth path from selection to checkout.

3. Mobile-Friendly Design

Radio swatches are easy to tap and view on mobile devices, which is essential given that over 60% of eCommerce traffic comes from smartphones.

4. Fewer Cart Abandonments

A confusing variation layout leads to hesitation or second-guessing. Clear swatches reduce this friction, leading to better conversion rates.

Real-World Example: T-Shirts with Size & Color

Imagine you sell custom t-shirts with multiple colors and sizes. A dropdown would force customers to:

Open two separate menus

Click through long lists

Cross-check selections

But with radio swatches:

All color options are visually displayed

All sizes are shown side-by-side

Customers feel more confident in their choices

How to Add Variation Radio Buttons in WooCommerce

The easiest way is by using a plugin like variations as radio buttons for WooCommerce. It replaces dropdowns with clean, accessible radio button swatches with minimal setup.

Steps

Install and activate the plugin

Navigate to your product edit page

Enable radio buttons for variable products

Customize layout and style if needed

It’s fast, intuitive, and doesn’t require coding skills.

Conclusion: Give Your Customers a Smoother Shopping Journey

If your shoppers are confused, you’re losing sales. Upgrading from traditional variation dropdowns to WooCommerce swatches with radio buttons gives them a better user experience and gives you a better conversion rate.

Stop making your customers think. Make it easy, visual, and fast with variation radio buttons.

[nexility-sims]

hello yes i am moving onto Part Two :^) keep ur eyes peeled

[clearwillow]

Out of curiosity (and before I try something stupid), has anyone tried doing recolors of the new glass walls? My first thought was tinted windows but what's really tempting is adding writing to the glass.

You know, for reasons.

[dexaroth]

🎨 attack for @lightnersdream! 🎨

[keloshe-sims]

lol i said i wanted to make 20 posters but im at 50 and still have 40 im editing

[wildbeautifuldamned]

Swatch Fornasetti Watch Set Of 2 ebay Happy-Community-777

[valiasims]

Wisteria Whisk - Part 2

Hey everyone!

The second part of the Wisteria Whisk collection is here! This time, I wanted to add lots of decorative food to help fill up your bakeries. I made new shelves which can showcase all basket and tray pastries I made for this set. As I mentioned in an earlier WIP post, I tweaked the wood colors a bit, so I also went back and updated the previous set with the new shades. If you want everything to match nicely, please redownload the first set!

Some additional information: The tray holder has slots that fit the tray items perfectly! It might be a bit tricky to find the exact placement, but the slots are in the center of each layer, so aim for that.

The baskets of baked goods and tray of sweets have multiple mesh variations, so changing the swatch will not only change the color but also the object itself. This way they don't take up too much catalog space.

The shelves include rotated slots, which I had to set as fixed so if you place there an item it stays rotated. If you want to reset the rotation of a slotted item, just place it somewhere else first, then it will return to its default straight position.

I hope you’ll enjoy this set as much as I enjoyed making it, though I have to admit, working on all these food items made me very hungry during texturing. :D

As I mentioned earlier, I’ll be starting the third part of the collection a little later, since I’ll be walking the Camino de Santiago next week. So there won’t be any WIPs during that time but once I’m back, I’ll jump into working on the next (and probably final) part of the bakery set. Though who knows, that might still change depending on how I feel.

For the next part, I’m planning to add kitchen items and a coffee bar that matches the other display pieces. I’m really excited to get started on it!

Let me know what you think of this set or if you run into any issues! I was so frustrated today, was almost done when I spotted a small problem and ended up spending hours fixing it. So I really hope everything works smoothly now!

Lastly thank you so much for reaching 20 000 followers on Patreon! I'm so thankful for all of you!

The Set Includes

Display Shelves (2 sizes)

Basket of Baked Goods 1 (bagels, 2 types of buns)

Basket of Baked Goods 2 (pretzels, croissants, breads)

Big Basket of Baguettes

Tray Holder Trolley

Tray Sweets 1 (cream puffs, eclairs, empty tray)

Tray Sweets 2 (croissants, pastries, empty tray)

Menu Board (2 sizes)

Wall Basket Baguettes

Wall Basket Buns

New York Rolls

Pretzel Stand

Wall Tiles

Wall Tiles and Paint

-DOWNLOAD HERE- Public release on the 17th of May 6PM CET

[reiheartssimscc]

⁺‧₊˚ ཐི The Spooky Set ཋྀ ˚₊‧⁺

Introducing... my first set of cc & myself !

9 individual spooky tattoos + 2 "skullbob" tattoos (one thigh, one upper arm) with 5 variations.

The set includes a version of the full body set (3 swatches: one without the skullbob, one with the thigh skullbob, and one with the arm skullbob - so you can add the skullbob separately with the variation you want!) and each tattoo separately so you can pick n' choose as you please <3

I love love loved making this set so much & hope to see fellow simmers use these on their sims! (plz tag me if they make it into a post!)

˚₊‧⁺ Download Here ˚₊‧⁺ (SFS)

Thank you to all the cc creators (I am obsessed with) whose stuff I used in this post + thumbnails!

bra + underwear ~ @serenity-cc

corset dress ~ @sentate

hair ~ @arethabee , @simcelebrity00 , @miikocc

jewelry - @serenity-cc, @arethabee, @adrienpastel-blog

all tattoos are hand-drawn by moi ;)

@maxismatchccworld​  @sssvitlanz @coffee-cc-finds @sims4finds @lanaccfind @cchunters   @c12ccfinds  @mmoutfitters @mmfinds @emilyccfinds @redheadsims-cc @cccorner @wysidiacc @ccsimsfindss4 @cccorner @lotusplumbob @toastyccfinds @cookiesccfinds @strangecowplantfinds @shaenaeccfinds @eanyroseccfinds @kairasimsccfinds @anikasims @blueishccfinds @petiteluneccfind @alt-lanaccfinds @oshinsimfinds @aashwarrfinds @itselliandra @thesimpanions @altsimz-ccfinds @largetaytertots @itsmoonlxtte @itsjessicaccfinds @droid-cc-finds

[kaycreame]

juliet hair v2 (update 5/17)

i was asked to make a variation of the original juliet hair here, and so i did! its a simple ponytail but has the same bangs ♡

hat compatible

24 swatches

poly : 28k

avaliable for female

update: fixed an issue with some of the bangs and weird shadows on the hair.. feel free to redownload the fixed ver

alt download: simsfileshare

[thatonegreenleaf]

🗡️~claudia~ hair (two versions) & headband! 🗡️*updated

hi everyone!! I made claudia's hair from the interview with the vampire series!! I have yet to see the show, but I have a few good friends that love it, and I will do at some point!

let me know if you face any issues with it! have a great rest of your week! ♥

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CLAUDIA HAIR & HEADBAND:

♥ base game compatible!

♥ teen-elder, feminine & masculine frames

♥ hair: 24 maxis swatches + 8 bonus swatches, headband: 40 swatches

♥ hat compatible (headband in the hat category)

♥ high-ish poly! hair (V1): 14.6k, hair (V2): 10.3k, headband: 2k

♥ the merged .package includes both hair variations and the headband!

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Follow me on twitch!

Support me on patreon!

⇢ download: simfileshare | patreon

♥ this uses part of the wispy hairline by @rheallsim, the headband uses parts from this model as a base! ♥

use my code "THATONEGREENLEAF" when you buy packs in the EA app to directly support me! ♥ (not a discount code, I wish!) #EApartner

I DO CUSTOM CAS ROOM (and other) COMMISSIONS! fill out my commission form ♥ (currently closed, will open again very soon!)

TOU: do not claim my cc/CAS rooms/presets as your own! recolour/convert/otherwise alter for personal use OR upload with credit. (no paywalls, no c*rseforge)

[simkoos]

i'm a huge fan of simple yet stylish furniture and ikea does it for me every time! this collection is based on a few items i've added to my cart (and never purchased) over the years lmao i hope you like it! 💛

all items are base game compatible (unless stated otherwise!)

this collection includes 51 decor and functional buy items!

uppland armchair - 19 swatches

uppland loveseat - 19 swatches

uppland sofa - 19 swatches

poang armchair - 19 swatches

jules dining chair (wooden) - 11 wood swatches

jules dining chair (plastic) - 19 swatches

nordli bedframe - 11 wood swatches + black & white

vikagrevsta dining table (1x1) - 19 swatches

vikagrevsta dining table (2x1) - 19 swatches

vikagrevsta dining table (3x1) - 19 swatches

malm dressing table - 11 wood swatches + black & white

malm dressing table (with mirror) - requires sp09 vintage glamour, 11 wood swatches + black & white

malm dresser - 11 wood swatches + black & white

lack side table - 11 wood swatches + black & white

lack tv stand - 11 wood swatches + black & white

lack coffee table - 11 wood swatches + black & white

lack wall shelf - 11 wood swatches + black & white

olivblad plant stand - 11 wood swatches + black & white

jattesta shelf - 11 wood swatches + black & white

ekenabben shelf - 22 wood swatches + black & white

lappland tv shelf & storage - 11 wood swatches + black & white

aurdal closet unit - 11 wood swatches + black & white

ikornnes floor mirror - 11 wood swatches + black & white

enhet cabinet (with mirror) - 11 wood swatches + black & white

lindbyn mirror - 11 wood swatches + black & white

bondskaret coat stand - 10 swatches

brogrund corner wall shelf - 1 swatch

tridsno floor lamp - 13 swatches

ledsjo wall light - 5 metallic swatches

bettorp led mobile lamp - 19 swatches

blasverk table lamp - 21 swatches

tvarhand table lamp - 19 swatches

flottilj desk lamp - 20 swatches

klunka laundry bag - requires sp13 laundry day, 1 swatch

bollbuske plant pot - 19 swatches

artbuske watering can - 1 swatch

kopparbjork vase - 20 swatches

vasen vase with lillies - 6 swatches

famnig hjarta cushion - 20 swatches

lindrande home scuplture - 8 metallic swatches

dundergubbe moving box (large) - 1 swatch, 4 variations

dundergubbe moving box (medium) - 1 swatch, 4 variations

frakta carrier bag - 1 swatch

kalas collection (plate, bowl, mug, cutlery) - 25 swatches

xl rug collection - 36 swatches

rug collection - 20 swatches

knoppang photo frame - 7 swatches

underhalla wooden blocks (toddler toy) - 6 swatches

s/o to @nucrests for not only testing everything but also encouraging me to continue when i wanted to give up and scrap this entire project. 😭💜

download on patreon!

[pralinesims]

BRAWLER Makeup Kit Simblreen 2024 Gift

October has ended, so now I'm publishing the treats that I've been distributing this year for Simblreen, for everyone! Here's some nifty makeup for your more feisty sims, hope you enjoy 🖤

Base game compatible.

For fem + masc frames, teen-elder.

All items come in several versions and/or color swatches. ALSO with opacity/hue/intensity slider compatible for even more variation!

HQ compatible, pics taken without it.

➔ DOWNLOAD (Patreon FREE)

If you like, please consider to support my work 🖤 ● OTHER SIMBLREEN CC | ALL MY CC DOWNLOADS

[tiiaraax]

[EARLY ACCESS] - Curly flip over (Twist out)

 T.O.U

1 swatch (more sizes and swatches/ color variations coming soon)

Please DO NOT reupload as your own

Please DO NOT convert/recolor and reupload (only for personal use)

DO NOT put behind a paywall!!

Found in Hair

credit or tag me on social media when using my cc :)!

DOWNLOAD HERE

[eclesthetic]

Sprinkle Backsplash Set

My first backsplash CC was pretty well received so I decided to make another. This time I wanted to make something a little toned down, but still colorful. I also wanted to make some smaller tiles so there are 2 variations!

Sprinkle Backsplash

Same tile size as my Candy Tiles

7 color schemes with 4 different tile placements each so you can mix and max as you like

BGC

Found in Wall Decor

Lil Sprinkle Backsplash

Smaller tile size

7 color swatches

BGC

Found in Wall Decor

Download: SFS Patreon

I am still new so please, if you download, let me know if there are any issues.

[strangegrapefruit]

Glowing Hands Redux & Glowing Arms

My glowing hands improved with a smooth gradient & some opacity flexibility, as well as a new full arm length version. None of which would've been possible without @occultradio. We figured out this new method together & their help has been invaluable. Thank you!

BGC

Both Frames

11 colors, 3 variations each

All LODs

Custom thumbnails

Body Scar (Left Leg)

Difference between the old & new versions + swatches under the cut

Download (sfs)

Download (mega)

[variation-swatches-2024]

Are you struggling to make product variations more appealing in your WooCommerce store? You’re not alone! Many online store owners face the challenge of offering product variations in a user-friendly and attractive way. Luckily, Extendons' variation swatches for woocommerce plugin come to the rescue, transforming ordinary dropdowns into visually engaging swatches. In this guide, we’ll dive deep into how variation swatches for WooCommerce can enhance your store's appearance and skyrocket your sales.

What Are WooCommerce Variation Swatches?

When customers browse products in your WooCommerce store, they often need to choose variations, like colors, sizes, or styles. Typically, WooCommerce shows these options as dropdown lists, which aren't always the most intuitive or engaging. WooCommerce variation swatches, however, offer a much better alternative. Instead of boring dropdowns, you can display your product variations as color swatches, images, radio buttons, or text labels. This not only improves user experience but also makes the selection process quicker and more fun.

Why Use Variation Swatches for WooCommerce?

Think about it: When did you last enjoy picking from a dropdown list? Probably never. Woocommerce colour swatches breathe new life into your product pages by replacing dropdowns with interactive swatches. It makes it easier for your customers to visualize the product they want and makes your store look more polished and professional.

Here’s why WooCommerce variation swatches are a game-changer for your online store:

Improved User Experience: Swatches provide a clear, visual way for customers to pick their product variations.

Higher Conversions: When customers can see exactly what they’re selecting, they’re more likely to make a purchase.

Modern Aesthetics: Swatches look sleek and professional, adding to your store’s overall appeal.

Versatile Display Options: You can showcase product variations as color swatches, images, radio buttons, or text labels, depending on what fits your brand best.

Key Features of Extendons' WooCommerce Variation Swatches Plugin

Now that you know why swatches matter, let's dive into the core features of Extendons' WooCommerce variation swatches plugin and how it can enhance your store.

1. Replace Dropdown Fields with Interactive Swatches

Gone are the days of dropdown lists! With the Extendons variation swatches plugin, you can replace those boring dropdown fields with engaging swatches in the form of radio buttons, colors, images, or text labels. This helps your customers to quickly see the available product variations and make their selection.

2. Customize Swatch Sizes and Shapes

The plugin allows you to customize the shape and size of your swatches to match your store's theme. You can choose between round or square shapes and adjust the dimensions to ensure your swatches fit perfectly on your product pages.

3. Set Different Swatch Sizes for Shop and Product Pages

Want to make your product pages stand out from your shop page? No problem! With this plugin, you can set different swatch sizes for both pages. This flexibility helps you create a unique user experience throughout your store.

4. Highlight Product Variation Images

One of the coolest features of this plugin is its ability to highlight product variation images. WooCommerce color swatches let your customers preview different product variations when they hover over or click on a swatch. For example, if you’re selling a t-shirt in multiple colors, users can see how each color looks without navigating away from the shop page.

5. Display Radio Buttons for Out-of-Stock Variations

Nothing is more frustrating for customers than selecting a product variation only to find out it’s out of stock. With the Extendons variation swatches for WooCommerce plugin, you can handle this elegantly by either hiding, crossing out, or blurring out-of-stock swatches. This feature keeps your store looking organized while reducing customer frustration.

6. Flexible Product-Level Customization

Do you want to offer swatches for some products but not others? The plugin has you covered! You can choose to display variation swatches for all products or just for specific ones. This flexibility allows you to tailor the shopping experience based on the products you offer.

7. Map Product Attributes to Swatch Types

The plugin also lets you map specific product attributes to different types of swatches. For example, you can display color variations as color swatches and size variations as radio buttons. This functionality ensures that your swatches fit your product’s attributes perfectly.

8. Tooltip and Border Customization

To add an extra layer of customer support, you can enable tooltips that display additional information when customers hover over a swatch. You can also customize the swatch borders to make them stand out or blend in with your store's design.

9. Easily Share Variation Links

Another useful feature is the ability to share direct links to specific product variations. This is great for marketing campaigns or customer service interactions where you need to guide customers to a particular variation.

How to Set Up Extendons WooCommerce Variation Swatches Plugin

Setting up the Extendons WooCommerce variation swatches plugin is incredibly easy. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Install the Plugin

Go to your WordPress dashboard, click on Plugins > Add New, and search for the "Extendons WooCommerce Variation Swatches" plugin. Install and activate it.

Step 2: Configure General Settings

Once installed, navigate to the plugin settings. From here, you can set global options like swatch shapes (round or square), swatch sizes, and border styles.

Step 3: Customize at the Product Level

If you want to apply specific settings to individual products, you can do that too! Go to the product settings page and customize the swatches for each product. Whether you want different swatch types, sizes, or tooltip settings, the plugin gives you full control.

Step 4: Display Variation Swatches on the Shop and Product Pages

The final step is to configure how your swatches appear on your shop and product pages. You can choose to show swatches for all products or just select a few, making sure each page looks polished and user-friendly.

Boosting Store Conversions with WooCommerce Variation Swatches

It’s no secret that improving user experience (UX) is key to increasing conversions. By using WooCommerce color swatches and other interactive options, you help customers quickly find and select the products they’re looking for. This reduces friction during the checkout process and encourages them to complete their purchase.

Here’s how the plugin helps boost conversions:

Visual Appeal: Swatches are visually engaging and make the selection process more enjoyable.

Quick Selection: Customers can instantly see what’s available and make their choices without dealing with dropdowns.

Reduced Abandonment: Swatches improve the overall shopping experience, reducing the chances of cart abandonment.

FAQs: Your Questions Answered

Q1: Can I use the WooCommerce Variation Swatches plugin for specific products only? Yes! You can choose to display swatches for all variable products or only selected ones.

Q2: Can I customize the size and shape of the variation swatches? Absolutely! You can choose between round and square swatches and adjust the size to match your store’s layout.

Q3: How do I handle out-of-stock product variations? The plugin offers multiple options to deal with out-of-stock variations. You can hide them, blur them, or cross them out to keep the interface clean and functional.

Q4: Do swatches work on both the shop and product pages? Yes, you can display swatches on both the shop and product pages. You can also set different swatch sizes for each page to enhance the user experience.

Q5: Can I use tooltips with the swatches? Yes, tooltips can be enabled to help customers understand what each variation represents.

Final Thoughts: Why You Need WooCommerce Variation Swatches by Extendons

If you’re looking for an easy way to boost conversions and improve the shopping experience in your WooCommerce store, look no further than the WooCommerce variation swatches plugin by Extendons. With its wide range of customization options, sleek design, and easy setup, this plugin is a must-have for any online store looking to stand out.

Useful Resources

How Extendons' Colour Swatches Can Elevate Your WooCommerce Store

Why Extendons' Custom Product Boxes Plugin is a Must-Have for WooCommerce