> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.auctionplusapp.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.auctionplusapp.com/storefront-setup/theme-setup.md).

# Theme Setup

Auction Plus needs two theme pieces to work correctly on your storefront:

1. The **app embed** must be enabled.
2. The right **app blocks** must be added where you want auctions, offers, or the following button to appear.

## What the App Embed Does

The app embed powers the shared storefront features used across Auction Plus, including:

* Auction bidding on product pages
* Countdown displays on collection pages
* The Make an Offer experience
* Watchlist & wishlist features

If the app embed is off, merchants can still configure settings in Auction Plus, but customers will not see those features on the storefront.

## Turn On the App Embed

You can open the Shopify theme editor from several places in Auction Plus:

* The **App Embed** button on the dashboard
* From the **Settings > Theme** page
* The **Features** setup flow for Auctions, Make an Offer, or Following

## When to Add App Blocks

After the app embed is active, add the specific app blocks you need:

* [Adding the Auction Block](/storefront-setup/adding-auction-block.md)
* [Adding the Offer Button](/storefront-setup/adding-offer-button.md)
* [Adding the Follow Button](/storefront-setup/adding-follow-button.md)

These blocks are added inside your Shopify theme editor and control where each feature appears.

## Theme Compatibility Notes

Some themes support app blocks on product pages and in the header. Others need light theme adjustments.

If a guide tells you your theme does not support a required app block location, contact `support@auctionplusapp.com` or use the in-app chat and we can help with theme-specific setup.

## Related Pages

* [Adding the Auction Block](/storefront-setup/adding-auction-block.md)
* [Adding the Offer Button](/storefront-setup/adding-offer-button.md)
* [Adding the Follow Button](/storefront-setup/adding-follow-button.md)
* [Creating an Auctions Page](/storefront-setup/auctions-page.md)
* [Creating an Ending Soon Collection](/storefront-setup/ending-soon-collection.md)