How to Change View Cart Color in Shopify

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Have you ever clicked on an online store and felt instantly drawn to a bright, clear button that told you exactly what to do next? That’s the power of design. Small details like the color of your “View Cart” button can quietly shape how customers behave.

In fact, many Shopify store owners don’t realize how much impact a single button color can have on clicks and conversions. If you’ve been wondering, “How do I change the View Cart button color in Shopify without messing up my whole theme?” you’re in the right place.

This simple guide will walk you through every step in a clean, easy, and realistic way. Whether you’re managing your store yourself or working with a Shopify consultant, this tutorial will help you make quick and effective design updates.

Why Changing the Button Color Matters

Buttons guide customers through your store. When the “View Cart” button blends in too much, shoppers may ignore it and leave without completing their order. However, when the color stands out while still aligning with your brand, it encourages customers to take the next step.

Think about it: If you saw a faint grey button and a bold blue button side by side, which one would you click first?

Color affects attention, emotions, and decision-making. That’s why updating this one button can make your store feel cleaner, more modern, and more user-friendly.

This guide will help you understand where the button color comes from, how to change it, and what to do if your theme hides the settings.

How Shopify Controls the Button Color

Most Shopify themes decide button colors through a mix of theme settings and CSS (the styling code used to format elements on your website).

Theme Settings

These settings allow you to adjust colors for buttons, text, backgrounds, and other visual elements. Many themes group all button colors together.

CSS Styles

If your theme doesn’t give you a direct color option, then CSS takes over. CSS lets you write simple rules that define how a button should look, its color, size, borders, and more.

Understanding this basic structure will help you know exactly where to make the change.

Opening Your Shopify Theme Editor

Before anything else, you need to access your theme. To customize it, click on the Customize button. This will open the visual editor, where you can adjust design settings and preview changes live.

Here you’ll see your current theme at the top of the page.

Go to Shopify Admin
Click Online Store
Select Themes

Using Theme Settings to Change the Color

Inside the Customize editor, look for Theme Settings (usually at the bottom-left corner).

Then look for a Colors section.

What You’ll Find Here

Button background color
Button text color
Accent colors
Brand colors

Many themes, especially modern ones, allow full color control right here.

If your theme gives you a button color option, simply select your new color, save, and preview.

But some older or minimal themes don’t offer this option. In this case, you’ll need custom CSS.

And that’s where things get more interesting. Don’t worry, it’s still simple.

Changing the Color with Custom CSS

If theme settings don’t show a direct option for the View Cart button, CSS is the solution most Shopify specialist rely on. These files control most of your store’s styling.

How to Access CSS

From Online Store → Themes, click … next to your live theme
Choose Edit Code
Open Assets
Look for base.css, theme.css, or styles.css

Simple CSS Code to Change the Color

Paste this code at the bottom of your CSS file:

.button, .cart-button, .view-cart, a.view-cart {

background-color: #1D8CF8;

color: #ffffff;

}

You can replace #1D8CF8 with your preferred color.

Tips for Picking the Right Color

Make sure the text is readable
Avoid colors that clash with your branding
Keep it bold enough to stand out but not too loud
If unsure, test shades of blue, green, or dark orange; they’re commonly used for conversion

Finding the Right Button Class

Not every theme uses the same button class. That’s why it’s important to find out exactly how your theme labels the View Cart button.

How to Use the Inspect Tool

Open your storefront
Right-click on the View Cart button
Choose Inspect or Inspect Element

A small code panel will open, showing the exact class or ID.

Common classes include:

.btn
.button
.cart__button
.view-cart
.cart-popup__cta

Once you find the right class, simply update your CSS code to target that class directly.

Saving and Previewing Your Changes

After adding your CSS or updating your theme settings:

Click Save
Preview your store on desktop
Preview again on mobile

Mobile views often show buttons slightly differently, so make sure the color looks balanced on both.

If something looks off, too bright, too faded, or hard to read, adjust your color again until it feels right.

Troubleshooting if the Color Does Not Change

Sometimes the color won’t update on the first try. Here’s what to check:

1. Clear Your Browser Cache

Old styling gets stored in the browser. Refresh the page or use an incognito window.

2. Make Sure Your CSS Is Strong Enough

Themes sometimes override your CSS. To fix this, make your rule more specific.

3. Use important Only When Needed

If nothing else works, you can try:

background-color: #1D8CF8 !important;

But use it sparingly. Overusing! An important aspect makes future edits more difficult.

Make Your Store More Attractive

Colors aren’t just decorative; they communicate your brand’s personality. A bold button can signal confidence, while a soft tone can convey calm and trust.

As a Shopify partner might say, “Your customer’s journey is a visual story. Every color is a sentence.”

Don’t hesitate to test a few colors over a week or two to see which one feels most natural for your store and engages more customers.

Summing Up

Changing the View Cart button color might feel like a small adjustment, but small changes often have the biggest impact. A clear, vibrant button can gently guide customers, improve clicks, and make your store feel more polished and easy to use.

Simple design updates like this help create a better shopping experience, encourage more action, and support the overall flow of your store.

If you want even more customization or run into unusual theme issues, an experienced professional can always help you fine-tune your store beautifully.

Sachin Sharma

With a Bachelor’s in Commerce and 15 years of experience in Ecommerce SEO and Shopify Development, I bring extensive expertise to the digital field. As Managing Partner at WillShall Consulting, I lead a team delivering exceptional Digital Marketing, Web Development, and Web Designing services. My passion for innovation and commitment to excellence help businesses thrive in the digital age.