How to Show All Products Per Page in WooCommerce with Divi: A Beginner’s Guide
Are you frustrated with your WooCommerce shop only showing a limited number of products per page, forcing customers to endlessly click “Next Page”? You’re not alone! This is a common issue, and luckily, it’s easily fixable, even if you’re a newbie using the Divi theme. This guide will walk you through the steps to display all your products on a single page using WooCommerce and Divi, improving your customer’s shopping experience and potentially boosting your sales.
Why Show All Products on One Page?
Think about your own online shopping experiences. Wouldn’t it be easier to scroll through a complete catalog than click through multiple pages? Showing all products on one page can:
- Improve User Experience: Customers can quickly browse and find what they’re looking for without unnecessary clicking.
- Increase Engagement: A comprehensive view of your inventory keeps customers engaged and potentially leads to more purchases.
- Reduce Bounce Rate: Visitors are less likely to leave your site if they can easily see all your offerings.
- Simplify Browsing: Especially beneficial for shops with a relatively small number of products.
Real-life example: Imagine a small online bookstore. Showing all 50 books on one page allows customers to instantly see the entire catalog, leading to faster selection and a more pleasant experience.
Step-by-Step Guide: Showing All Products
There are a couple of approaches to achieve this. We’ll start with the easiest and most common method.
#### 1. Adjusting WooCommerce Settings (Recommended)
This is the simplest and safest method. WooCommerce provides a built-in option to control the number of products displayed per page. Here’s how to access and modify it:
1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard: Go to `yourdomain.com/wp-admin`.
2. Navigate to WooCommerce Settings: Click on `WooCommerce` in the left-hand menu, then select `Settings`.
3. Go to the “Products” Tab: Click on the “Products” tab along the top.
4. Access “Catalog pages”: Within the “Products” Tab, you will see an “Display” Sub Tab, select this to move to the Catalog options.
5. Change the “Products per row” and “Rows per page”: Look for the `Products per row` and `Rows per page` setting on the page, change them to `All` products or a very high number. This will tell woocommerce to show all the products on one page.
6. Save Changes: Click the “Save changes” button at the bottom of the page.
Important Note: If you have a very large product catalog (thousands of items), displaying everything on one page *could* slow down your site. In that case, consider using a more advanced filtering or pagination system.
#### 2. Using Code (For More Control – Requires Basic PHP Knowledge)
If you want more granular control or if the above method doesn’t work for some reason (e.g., a conflict with another plugin or custom theme modification), you can use a code snippet. This method involves adding code to your `functions.php` file (child theme recommended!) or using a code snippets plugin.
Warning: Always use a child theme when modifying your theme files. Direct edits to the main theme can be overwritten during updates.
Steps:
1. Access Your Theme’s `functions.php` File (Child Theme): You can access it through your WordPress dashboard under `Appearance > Theme File Editor`. Make sure you’re editing the child theme’s `functions.php` file!
2. Add the Following Code:
function change_products_per_page( $cols ) {
// 'posts_per_page' contains the number of products per page based on the value store in the WooCommerce settings
$cols['posts_per_page'] = -1; // Display all products. Change -1 to a specific number if needed.
return $cols;
}
add_filter( 'woocommerce_catalog_ordering_args', 'change_products_per_page' );
//Optional: Remove pagination
remove_action( ‘woocommerce_after_shop_loop’, ‘woocommerce_pagination’, 10 );
3. Save Changes: Click the “Update File” button.
Explanation of the Code:
- `change_products_per_page()`: This function is hooked into the `woocommerce_catalog_ordering_args` filter. This filter allows you to modify the arguments used in the WooCommerce product query.
- `$cols[‘posts_per_page’] = -1;`: This line sets the number of posts (products) per page to `-1`. In WordPress, `-1` means “show all.” If you want to limit the number to, say, 100, you would change `-1` to `100`.
- `return $cols;`: This line returns the modified arguments, ensuring they are used in the WooCommerce product query.
- `remove_action( ‘woocommerce_after_shop_loop’, ‘woocommerce_pagination’, 10 );`: This line *optionally* removes the pagination from the bottom of your shop page. If you are showing all products, pagination is no longer needed. If you set posts per page to be a certain number, remove this line.
Using a Code Snippets Plugin (Recommended):
If you’re not comfortable editing theme files directly, a code snippets plugin is a safer alternative. Popular options include “Code Snippets” or “WPCode”. These plugins allow you to add and manage code snippets without modifying your theme files. Just install and activate one of these plugins, create a new snippet, paste the code above, and activate the snippet.
Important Considerations for Divi Users
Divi uses its own modules for displaying products, meaning that if you are using the WooCommerce plugin, you will need to use its modules within the Divi page builder to ensure that the changes you make are applied correctly.
- Divi’s Shop Module: If you’re using the Divi Shop Module, make sure the “Number of Posts” setting within the module is set to `-1` (to show all) or a high number to accommodate all your products.
- Check Divi Theme Options: Divi might have its own settings that override WooCommerce’s default product display settings. Look for any options related to product catalog or shop page layouts in `Divi > Theme Options`.
Troubleshooting
- Clear Your Cache: After making these changes, clear your browser cache and any caching plugins you have installed. Caching can sometimes prevent changes from being immediately visible.
- Plugin Conflicts: If you’re still having trouble, deactivate your plugins one by one to see if there’s a conflict.
- Check Your Theme Customizations: If you’ve previously customized your WooCommerce templates, those customizations might be overriding the settings described above.
Conclusion
Showing all products on one page can significantly improve the user experience on your WooCommerce store, potentially leading to higher sales and customer satisfaction. By following these steps, you can easily implement this change, even if you’re new to WooCommerce and Divi. Remember to always back up your site before making changes, and consider using a child theme to avoid losing your customizations during theme updates. Happy selling!
