Title: Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce – Color & Image Attribute Swatches Author: aThemeArt Published: 06 novèmber, 2017 Last modified: 13 sèptèmber, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/variation-swatches-style/assets/banner-772x250.png?rev=2455653) ![](https://ps.w.org/variation-swatches-style/assets/icon-128x128.png?rev=2345984) # Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce – Color & Image Attribute Swatches By [aThemeArt](https://profiles.wordpress.org/athemeart/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/variation-swatches-style.zip) * [Details](https://pap-cw.wordpress.org/plugins/variation-swatches-style/#description) * [Reviews](https://pap-cw.wordpress.org/plugins/variation-swatches-style/#reviews) * [Installation](https://pap-cw.wordpress.org/plugins/variation-swatches-style/#installation) * [Development](https://pap-cw.wordpress.org/plugins/variation-swatches-style/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/variation-swatches-style/) ## Description **Variation swatches for WooCommerce** replace plain attribute dropdowns with clear, clickable **WooCommerce swatches**. Shoppers can pick colors and images at a glance instead of reading long select lists—better UX and fewer abandoned carts. This free **WooCommerce swatches** plugin focuses on the attributes stores use most:** WooCommerce color attribute** swatches and **image attribute** swatches, plus text button/label options for sizes and materials. #### Why use variation swatches for WooCommerce? Standard variable products force customers to open a dropdown for every option. With **variation swatches for WooCommerce**, each option becomes a visual chip: * **Color** – Hex-based circles or squares for a true **WooCommerce color attribute** * **Image** – Thumbnails for patterns, fabrics, or styles (**image attribute**) * **Button / Label** – Short text chips for size, material, or pack type * **Select** – Native dropdown when a list is still the best fit Whether you sell apparel, cosmetics, furniture, or electronics, **WooCommerce swatches** make variable products easier to understand and faster to buy. #### WooCommerce color attribute Set any global attribute type to **Color** under **Products Attributes**. Then assign a color to each term (e.g. Red, Navy, Olive). On the product page, the ** WooCommerce color attribute** appears as color swatches instead of a dropdown. Global settings apply store-wide so you configure once and reuse everywhere. #### Image attribute For prints, finishes, or product photos, use the **image attribute** type. Upload a small image per term; customers see visual **WooCommerce swatches** that match the real product. Ideal for wallpapers, fabrics, phone cases, and similar catalogs. #### Free features at a glance * **Variation swatches for WooCommerce** – Color, Image, Button/Label, Select * Global attribute types for **WooCommerce color attribute** and **image attribute** * Modern admin: Dashboard, guided Settings, Help * Style controls: shape, size, gap, borders, button colors * Tooltips, out-of-stock display styles, hide original dropdown * Shop / archive swatches (basic) * Custom Swatches product tab with global-first logic * Filter widget (classic and block widget editor) * Compatible with latest WordPress and WooCommerce, including HPOS and Cart/Checkout Blocks #### How to get started 1. Install and activate **Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce**. 2. Open **Variation Swatches Dashboard** for a quick overview. 3. Go to **Products Attributes** and set Type to Color, Image, or Button/Label. 4. Edit terms and set colors or upload images for your **WooCommerce color attribute**/** image attribute**. 5. Add the attribute to variable products and create variations. 6. Optionally fine-tune Style and Tooltip under **Variation Swatches Settings**. Documentation: [Smart Variation Swatches docs](https://docs.athemeart.com/docs/smart-variation-swatches-plugins-documentation/) #### Who is this for? Store owners who want **variation swatches for WooCommerce** without complexity: fashion and apparel (color + size), home and décor (**image attribute** for patterns), beauty (shade **WooCommerce color attribute**), and any shop with variable products that benefit from visual **WooCommerce swatches**. **Pro highlights** * **Radio & Checkbox attribute types** – Form-style choices when chips are not ideal. * **Advanced archive options** – Fuller control of where and how **WooCommerce swatches** appear on shop and category pages. * **Enhanced filter widget** – Filter the catalog by color, image, and other attributes with richer swatch UI in sidebars and widget areas. * **Priority support** – Faster help when you need it. * **Single attribute swatches** and multi-attribute setups with Pro-level overrides and flexibility. Upgrade: [Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce Pro](https://athemeart.com/downloads/smart-variation-swatches-woocommerce-pro/) ### Video Documentation: ### How to create Variation Swatches For Custom Attribute : Theme Compatibility Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce works with most WooCommerce- ready themes, including Hello Elementor, OceanWP, Hestia, Joyas Shop, Storefront, XStore, eMart, Shoper, Kadence, Avada, The9 Store, Prime Shopping Cart and Divi. Because some themes use custom variation templates, light CSS or template tweaks may be needed for a perfect match. In typical setups, color, image, and label swatches display correctly without extra work. ## Screenshots [⌊Frontend variation swatches for WooCommerce (color and label)⌉⌊Frontend variation swatches for WooCommerce (color and label)⌉[ Frontend variation swatches for WooCommerce (color and label) [⌊Products → Attributes – set Color or Image type⌉⌊Products → Attributes – set Color or Image type⌉[ Products Attributes – set Color or Image type [⌊Term color picker for WooCommerce color attribute⌉⌊Term color picker for WooCommerce color attribute⌉[ Term color picker for WooCommerce color attribute [⌊Image attribute term upload⌉⌊Image attribute term upload⌉[ Image attribute term upload [⌊Style and tooltip settings⌉⌊Style and tooltip settings⌉[ Style and tooltip settings [[ ## Installation 1. Upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install via **Plugins Add New**. 2. Activate **Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce**. 3. Open **Variation Swatches Dashboard**. 4. Under **Products Attributes**, set each attribute’s Type (Color, Image, Button/ Label, or Select). 5. Configure term colors or images, then assign attributes to variable products. ## FAQ ### What are variation swatches for WooCommerce? **Variation swatches for WooCommerce** are visual alternatives to attribute dropdowns— color dots, images, or text buttons—so customers select variations without using a select menu. ### How do I create a WooCommerce color attribute? Go to **Products Attributes**, add or edit an attribute, set Type to **Color**, then under Configure terms assign a color to each term. That **WooCommerce color attribute** will show as color **WooCommerce swatches** on variable products. ### How do I use an image attribute? Set the attribute Type to **Image**, then upload an image for each term. The **image attribute** displays as image **WooCommerce swatches** on the product page. ### Will this work with my theme? Yes. The plugin works with most WooCommerce-ready themes (Storefront, Astra, OceanWP, Kadence, Hello Elementor, and others). Some highly customized templates may need light CSS. ### Is it compatible with the latest WooCommerce? Yes. It supports current WordPress and WooCommerce releases, including High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS) and Cart/Checkout Blocks. ### Free vs Pro – which should I choose? Use **Free** for Color, Image, Button/Label, and Select **variation swatches for WooCommerce**. Choose **Pro** for **Radio & Checkbox attribute types**, **advanced archive options**, an **enhanced filter widget** (filter by color, image, and other attributes), **priority support**, and richer single-attribute and multi-attribute workflows. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/76d8a75b1676b3c7cbb370b20b0afb6e36dfba69439098317fe9e8a5f749ddb7? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Криво работает с вариацией цветов](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/%d0%ba%d1%80%d0%b8%d0%b2%d0%be-%d1%80%d0%b0%d0%b1%d0%be%d1%82%d0%b0%d0%b5%d1%82-%d1%81-%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%80%d0%b8%d0%b0%d1%86%d0%b8%d0%b5%d0%b9-%d1%86%d0%b2%d0%b5%d1%82%d0%be%d0%b2/)󠁿 [mover](https://profiles.wordpress.org/mover/) 09 June, 2021 Хотел добавить вариации по цветам, но если у всех цветов одинаковая цена, то цена вообще не отображается. А если цена разная, то показывается в 2 местах! ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/698f086d75eca0af38c7f84aa0a6d8758d93ffaa011b2f11f4684a91813acca4? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Price doesn’t show and support didn’t help](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/price-doesnt-show-and-support-didnt-help/)󠁿 [mikedesiger2016](https://profiles.wordpress.org/mikedesiger2016/) 01 May, 2021 I installed this theme which worked initially. The prices on the product page suddenly disappeared one day. I contact support and they fixed it on one product and didn't explain how they fixed it. A few days later this fix broke again. After this initial contact, they didn't respond to multiple requests so i deleted the plugin and purchased one from code canyon instead. This theme wasted time and effort delaying a project go live. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a453a44e86bd9c98402c4f42379dcab3521a4e32a7bf10e5344fd892e5c46b99? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Great Plugin](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/great-plugin-27303/)󠁿 [jymaxx](https://profiles.wordpress.org/jymaxx/) 05 ougùstùs, 2020 Use it all the time. Works with most of other themes. 🙂 ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/2a36fe75b9a607cf0d896d0bece15780a414b414493241964713af34907c5aaf? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Highly recommended](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/highly-recommended-423/)󠁿 [Juliana Nortok](https://profiles.wordpress.org/juliananortok/) 24 yüli, 2020 The plugins are working great! 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Contributors * [ aThemeArt ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/athemeart/) “Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce – Color & Image Attribute Swatches” has been translated into 6 locales. Thank you to [the translators](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/variation-swatches-style/contributors) for their contributions. [Translate “Smart Variation Swatches for WooCommerce – Color & Image Attribute Swatches” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/variation-swatches-style) ### Interested in development? 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