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Brace for the Thrill, but there's no need to hold your breath – we're constantly unleashing new features and enhancements. Got a feature you're eager to have? We're all ears – let us know your ideas!
EdgeFlow Lightbox Option
Say hello to the new EdgeFlow lightbox option—because who doesn’t love a fancy corner feature? - a vertically scrolling in-page player, EdgeFlow showcases photos and videos when you click any gallery grid or carousel. Yes, we’ve made clicking things even more exciting. You’re welcome.
Shop Minis Home Feed
Showcase your videos and shoppable photos directly on the Shop homepage, making it easier than ever to grab attention and drive conversions right from the start!
When Your Beauty Brand Hooks Up with Netflix…
New blog dropped: “5 Beauty Brands Crushing It with Video Content (and How You Can Too)”. Spoiler alert: if your beauty brand isn’t using video to turn social buzz into sales, you’re basically living in 2010. Sauce TV’s got the playbook, and these brands are making the rest of us look lazy. Time to catch up.
Full Screen Shop the Look Cards
Big news: you can now enlarge your Shop the Look Cards to full screen with a single click. Yes, we know, truly groundbreaking. Finally, those high-resolution images and videos can take up the entire screen – because, of course, bigger is better. Savour every pixel, because why not?
New Playbook: In the Spotlight – 5 Jewellery Brands Crushing it with UGC & Visual Commerce!
Our latest blog spills the beans on the jewellery brands owning e-commerce with UGC and visual finesse. Spoiler: it’s not just about status anymore—it’s fashion, and fashion is visual. These brands aren’t just selling shiny things; they’re building ecosystems where customers go from buyers to co-creators. Check it out… if you want in on the magic. ✨
In-Page Sauce TV Customise Margins & Bg Colour
Now you can adjust the margin and background colour for your Sauce TV in-page embed directly in the Shopify app block settings. Because, obviously, those tiny details are what’s been holding you back from e-commerce greatness. Go ahead, channel your inner designer and make Sauce TV look exactly how you think it should—because nothing says success like nailing the perfect shade of background.
In-Page Sauce TV Option
Now you can effortlessly flip between a floating TV or an in-page TV embed for Sauce TV in your Shopify app blocks. Why? So you can have your very own Video FAQs page, Netflix-style video hub, or even drop it right on your homepage. Because, who wouldn’t want a binge-worthy video section front and centre? Make your store the place to be—or at least the place to watch.
What’s New
Well, look at you! You’ve already found our “What’s New” Launchpad section—guess we didn’t need to announce it after all. 😏 But since you’re here, we might as well tell you: this is your go-to spot for all the latest updates, shiny new features, and anything else we think you need to know (or maybe didn’t know you needed). Now you don’t have to accidentally stumble upon cool new stuff—you can come straight here and pretend you were in the know all along. You’re welcome. 😉
Onboarding Checklist Video Explainers
Turns out, without a handy checklist, some of you have been accidentally skipping over our most important features. Oops! 😅 So, we’ve swooped in with Onboarding Checklist Video Explainers to save the day. Now, instead of missing out on those game-changing tools (you know, the ones you probably should have been using all along), you can preview them in video form and finally unlock Sauce’s full potential. Because why keep features hidden when you can have them all laid out, plain and simple, right?
Team Access Control
Because one person in charge just wasn’t chaotic enough, we’ve now introduced Multi User Permissions! 🎉 Now you can give your whole team access to your Sauce account, because sharing is caring, right? Whether it’s your boss who’s never touched a computer in their life, or that one colleague who’s always clicking on things they shouldn’t – they can now all join in the fun! Delegate wisely… or brace yourself for some “interesting” surprises. 😏
Shop the Look Cards Go Full Width + Shoppable Video Cards Glow-Up
Shop the Look cards just leveled up – now full width and ready to flaunt your products like they own the place. And shoppable videos? Their controls now elegantly fade in and out, like they’re too cool to stick around uninvited. Still using static images in your blog, leaving your customers on a wild goose chase to find products? Time to wake up, it’s 2024 – stop making them work for it!
Filter by Username
You can now effortlessly create shoppable galleries from your influencer partnerships. As if by magic (or code, but let’s pretend), just enter your influencer’s username and voilà - every video and photo they’ve ever posted in your Media Library is right at your fingertips. It’s like stalking, but productive! Perfect for those “as seen on” landing pages and “get the look” moments.
New AOV Cards: Sauce vs. Without Sauce
Ever wondered what your sales look like without Sauce? No? Well, just in case, we’ve got new A/B test cards to show you what happens when you go Sauce-less. The second card? A revenue showdown – with Sauce delivering the goods while without Sauce looks, well, sad. In short, these cards prove what you already knew: Sauce makes everything better. Your revenue, not just your chips.
Hero Video “Scroll Shrink” (Mobile)
We’ve finally taught the Hero Video some subtlety. Now, as your customer scrolls, it gracefully shrinks and stays on the page without constantly demanding attention. Imagine it like a turtle pulling its head in when things get busy. It’s still there, but way less in-your-face, so they can finally focus on the other stuff—like literally anything else. Honestly, it’s about time it chilled out and stopped hogging the spotlight.
Mobile Previews: Scan and Go!
Tweaking mobile grids and carousels is tricky without a proper preview—desktop simulations just don’t cut it sometimes. So, we thought, why not scan a QR code and preview it live on your phone? Boom, problem solved!
Zeigarnik Swipe
Our brains can’t resist finishing what they start (thanks, Zeigarnik effect!). Now your carousel items will cheekily peek out, tempting users to swipe and see more. Boost engagement by up to 30%, because we’ve scientifically hacked human curiosity! 🧠 Keep scrolling, folks!
Sauce Sales % of GMV Chart
For those of you who love pretty charts, now you can see exactly how much Sauce is driving your sales—clearly proving the magic of shoppable videos wasn’t obvious enough. Now you’ve got the numbers to back it up.
Product Media Listing
Because apparently, guessing which products are missing media wasn’t cutting it. Now you can easily spot which items are drowning in content and which are crying out for some love. You’re welcome for the time saved.
Hero Product Videos - Shopify App Embed
Whether you’re showcasing your product’s appearance, demonstrating how it works, or helping customers imagine it in their own lives through UGC, Hero Product Videos are a powerful tool for building engagement and trust at the critical moment when purchase decisions are made. Now available: With just one click via Shopify App Embeds, you can turn on Hero Product Videos and instantly make your customers go ‘Wow!’ (No extra effort required, we promise).
Product Hero Video
Roll out the digital red carpet—Product Hero Videos have arrived! Designed specifically for product detail pages, these videos automatically match whatever your customers are eyeballing, because, obviously, they know better. It’s like having a mind-reading sidekick on your product pages that not only captivates but converts views into sales with a snap of its virtual fingers. Because when videos do the talking, products fly off the shelves!
Shopify’s SHOP App Partners with Sauce
Brace yourselves, folks! We’ve partnered with Shopify’s SHOP app to bring you the latest in cutting-edge convenience. Now you can flood the Shop app with your videos using just one measly click. Not only is it ridiculously easy, but it also puts your brand in front of millions of shoppers. Because, let’s face it, making millions of new friends with just one click is totally our style
Tagging Gauge
We’ve spotted a sneaky habit: lots of brands skip tagging their best media. Fear not! Our new gauge ensures you’ll never forget a tag again—like a personal tagging coach, but less shouty. Gear up and tag to your heart’s content; after all, every piece of media is a chance to shine!
AOV Showdown – Sauce vs. Traditional Shopping
New Average Order Value (AOV) chart, revealing the stark difference between Sauce social shopping and traditional customer purchases. This chart pulls no punches, showing you just how much more customers are willing to spend when they’re influenced by social shopping. Consider it a harsh reminder of where your real money's coming from.
The "Change" Button
...Because Decisions Are Hard. Tired of being stuck with one product view in your PDP gallery layouts? Fear decision fatigue no more! With our shiny new "Change" button, swap out products and preview how different products will look with your galleries—all quicker than you can say, "I've changed my mind!" Just click and watch the magic unfold. Who doesn't love a button that does all the hard work for you?
Play All Videos
Why settle for one video at a time? We’ve supercharged our shoppable galleries with the ability to play all videos simultaneously. Let the continuous video loop skyrocket your customer interaction!
Auto Add Media Tagged with Products
Enjoy a seamless stream of shoppable media that boosts your sales conversions and product visibility. Now, you can automatically sync your Instagram media tagged with products to your profile—set it up once and let it run effortlessly!
Product Page Heros
Get ready for the Interactive Video Fan Carousels, your ultimate shopping sidekick on product pages! It's like having a mini Netflix for your shopping list—let customers browse, watch, and learn as they uncover their next great purchase.
Product Page Galleries: X-tra Picky Hashtag Filters!
Not only are galleries dynamically driven by corresponding product media, but now you can fine-tune the display with a secondary filter by hashtag. Ideal for when your product pages demand to be just a little bit extra selective. Because sometimes, a good gallery needs to play hard to get!
Media Library: Sorting by Tags
New sorting feature by Hotspot Count added! Now you can easily identify which images and videos are the life of the party, tagged with the most products. Perfect for streamlining your tagging efforts. Who's winning the popularity contest in your library today?
Speed Control for Floating Covers!
Now featuring on both Hero Videos and Sauce TV. Double the fun! We've added a delay setting so you can pace your excitement. But keep it under 3 seconds—we're not in slow-mo territory! Delay dials range from a snappy 0.5s to a more reflective 3s, in half-second intervals, for those who like to fine-tune their viewing experience.
Icon Sizing in Overlays
Our new Icon Sizing in Overlays allows you to tailor your icons to the Goldilocks principle: just right. Perfect for those who enjoy a bit of tailoring!
Shopify Customer Events Pixel
Track every significant (and not-so-significant) action your customers take, because if you’re not measuring it, did it really happen?
Carousel Fan Styles
Choose from an array of designs that bring more drama to your carousel placements.
Show / Hide Hotspots in Videos
With our magical Show/Hide Hotspots, your videos are now equipped with the same technology as your annoying cousin’s hide and seek game.
Continuous Carousel Scrolling
Continuous Carousel Scrolling is here to keep you moving smoother than a buttered-up James Bond. Scroll endlessly; because who needs endings anyway?
Expanded icon library
In our icon utopia, more is always merrier, and we've cranked up the variety by introducing an expanded selection of SVG icons. Dive into a modestly small treasure trove of options, ensuring your shopping and video galleries not only match but embody your brand's essence. Go on, take your pick and let your brand's personality dazzle like never before!
Hero Video
Roll out the red carpet for our latest blockbuster in Sauce's video commerce suite: Hero Video! It's not just a showstopper; it's a shopping revolution right on your homepage. Think of it as the Hollywood of product discovery—glamorous, engaging, and ready to turn your viewers into avid shoppers with the magic of shoppable videos. Watch, gawk, click, buy. Your homepage just got a lot more entertaining and a tad more addictive!
Column based carousels
Acknowledging the need for greater flexibility in carousel displays, we've ushered in the era of column-based freedom. This allows for customisation based on the number of images or videos you wish to showcase in a single row, providing an alternative to the traditional height-based settings. Now, you can seamlessly align the aesthetic of your grids with the dynamic appeal of an interactive carousel.
Animated Video Emails
Oh great, just what we needed—animated video emails. Because, clearly, our inboxes weren't exciting enough with just plain old text. Prepare to be dazzled (or dazed) as your emails now come to life, twirling and pirouetting for your viewing pleasure. Let's all rejoice in the inevitable distraction—sorry, I meant engagement.
Colour Picker
Rolled out a vibrant new colour picker, because choosing shades should feel like picking candy at a candy store.
Settings Glow Up
Revamped User Interface: We've re-done a sleek, more intuitive design that promises you won't need a map to navigate through gallery settings.
Mobile Adjustments
Tailoring your customers' experience to fit perfectly in their pocket, because good things come in small (screen) sizes.
Shopify embed
Sauce seamlessly integrates into your Shopify store's backoffice, streamlining media tagging to a simple button click.
Sauce TV Close Button
A simple, no-fuss way to exit your viewing experience, because sometimes your customers just need a quick escape route.
Landscape Galleries
Showcase your photos and videos in stunning, wide-format galleries for an expansive and immersive viewing experience.
Magento integration
Because who doesn't like making their product catalogue play nice with social media? It's like a digital handshake, but with less awkwardness.
Shopify Markets
Have you ever dreamt of world domination? Well, we can't help with that, but if you're selling in multiple regions, Sauce Visual Shopping integration with Shopify Markets might just make you feel like an international superstar!
Direct Username Lookups
Because we all know how "forgetful" Influencers can be with tagging you in their posts. It's like that one friend who always conveniently forgets their wallet. Direct username lookups are here to save the day (and your sanity)!
Influencer Accreditation
Ever felt like saying, "It's not you, it's me"? Now you can! You can credit your influencers without linking out to them, for those days when you want to be the star of your own show.
PDP Media Fallback Option
PDP Media Fallback Option: Running low on get the look glamour shots for your product page? Worry no more! Our PDP Media fallback option is the ultimate wingman—it steps up when you're a few pictures short of a row. Remember, it's not about the cards you're dealt, but how you play your hand!
Video autoplay in grids
Who needs a play button anyway? Now, videos and reels can autoplay in grids, turning your brand into the social media equivalent of a binge-watcher's dream. Just remember, your audience was going to scroll anyway, we're just saving them a click! 🍿
Video controller glow-up
Is it just us or did the video controllers go through a glow-up? They've been hitting the digital gym and are looking nicer than ever! You won't believe they're the same controllers; just like that influencer you can't recognise after their third face filter!
Media Library Filters
Tired of scrolling through a mishmash of media in the library? Now, you can filter your content like a pro, arranging by media type, including videos. Who said you can't have your posts and videos sorted too?
Creator badge overlay
The "Creator Badge Overlay" feature adds a special badge to content, highlighting the original creator or influencer associated with it.
Hashtag Editing En Batch
Tag, You're It! Now you can edit your caption hashtags in bulk, because why do individually what you can do en masse? #BatchIsTheNewBlack-
Lightbox customisation
You got it! Dive into our latest array of design magic for web and mobile. Experiment with new video players, grid layouts, and customer interaction options. It's like a playground for your creative spirit.
Sauce TV Beta Rollout
Beta Be Ready! Sauce TV is rolling out the red carpet for its beta version. It's like Netflix for shopaholics but without the commitment issues. Get ready to binge-watch your way to retail bliss!
Sauce Rights Management
Sauce Rights Management has received an enhancement. Now, you can request permissions not only for posts mentioning @yourbrandname but also for images and videos tagged with @yourbrandname. It's like having your cake and getting the rights to eat it too!
Shopify 2.0 App Blocks
Block and Roll! Introducing our new Shopify 2.0 app blocks. Build your store like a stack of digital Lego, but without the fear of stepping on one.
Sauce Lens
Sauce Lens a new Chrome extension is now live: Ever wished you could instantly size up any Instagram influencer? Well, wish no more! Sauce Lens, our OCD, shortcut, inspired new Chrome extension, is now live on Google Marketplace (did we say it's Free?): Sauce Lens
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