App setup
- Personalizer app → Add Radio field
- Enter values (Standard, Express, Rush)
- Optional fee per option
Native alternative
Dawn theme renders 2-6 variant values as button group (visually similar to radio). Can style as radio via CSS.
Best use cases
- Shipping speed (Standard / Express / Rush)
- Card style (Elegant / Modern / Playful)
- Warranty (1yr / 3yr / Lifetime)
Radio vs checkbox vs dropdown
- Radio: mutually exclusive, all visible
- Checkbox: multiple selectable
- Dropdown: mutually exclusive, hidden until click
Frequently asked questions
How to add radio buttons to Shopify product?
Product options app. Or theme code (edit product-form.liquid to render option as radio group).
Radio vs dropdown — which is better?
Radio for 2-6 options (better UX). Dropdown for 10+ (compact).
Can radio have images or icons?
Yes on app-based radio. Show icon + label per option (Elegant / Modern / Playful with example thumbnails).
How to make radio required?
'Required' flag. Add-to-cart blocked until customer selects.
Radio button styling on Shopify?
CSS on input[type=radio]. Or use styled button group for modern look.
Can radio group change price?
Yes via Cart Transform per option. E.g. Standard $0, Express +$15, Rush +$25.
Best mobile UX for radio buttons?
44×44 px tap targets. Full-width buttons on mobile. Stack vertically.
How many radio options before switching to dropdown?
7+ radio options gets crowded. Switch to dropdown or searchable list.
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