# 1. Installing the Plain Jane Theme

### What You’ll Learn

How to upload and install the Plain Jane Shopify theme using a ZIP file through the Shopify admin. Follow the video below, or scroll for a written tutorial instead

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### 1. Access the Themes Section

1. Log in to your **Shopify Admin**.
2. In the left sidebar, click **Online Store**, then select **Themes**.

<figure><img src="/files/3qEjH3PuQ7MZqBipSsU5" alt="Shopify Themes main page showing theme library"><figcaption><p>Navigate to Online Store > Themes to access your theme library</p></figcaption></figure>

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### 2. Import the Theme

1. On the **Themes** page, click the **Add theme** button or **Explore free themes** to access the theme import options.

<figure><img src="/files/LtcylTDXxl4ZWesjFqM7" alt="Add theme interface in Shopify admin"><figcaption><p>Click Add theme to access import options</p></figcaption></figure>

2. You'll see the theme import interface where you can upload a ZIP file or browse the theme library.

<figure><img src="/files/fa1zpOCtIdlkdVW2XfLh" alt="Theme library and upload interface"><figcaption><p>Theme library interface showing upload options</p></figcaption></figure>

3. A modal will pop up. Click **Add file**.

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### 3. Upload the Theme ZIP

1. Locate the **Plain Jane theme ZIP file** in your file browser.
2. > ⚠️ **Important:** Make sure the file is not unzipped. Shopify only accepts zipped theme files.
3. Select the correct file (e.g., `plain-jane-v3.0.3.zip`) and click **Upload**.

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### 4. Finalize the Upload

* Once uploaded, Shopify will process the ZIP file.
* You’ll see **Plain Jane v3.0.3** (or the version you uploaded) appear under **Theme library**.
* Click **Actions > Publish** if you’re ready to make it your live theme.

> 💡 Tip: You can upload multiple theme versions and preview them before publishing.

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