Previewing Your Store App Using Snaplook
When designing a mobile app using the app builder, it’s important to preview how your app will appear and function on real devices. Instead of relying solely on the backend editor, you can now use the Snaplook app to view real-time previews of your store app on mobile. This helps you confirm whether the layout, interactions, and overall styling meet your expectations.
Snaplook is ideal for previewing in-progress designs and is especially helpful when working with custom components. It enables you to test custom code and recent updates in a real mobile environment, helping ensure everything works as intended before publishing.
This guide will walk you through how to download Snaplook and start previewing your store app on mobile devices.
| Note: Snaplook currently supports Android devices only. The iOS version will be available soon. |
Downloading the Snaplook App
To download the Snaplook app for previewing purposes, follow these steps:
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From your SHOPLINE admin panel, go to Shopper App > App Design. In the Theme section, click Design.
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In the upper-right corner, click Preview app > Download Snaplook.
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In the pop-up window, use your phone to scan the QR code based on your device system to download the Snaplook app.
Note: Snaplook currently supports Android devices only. The iOS version will be available soon.
After installing the Snaplook app, proceed to the next section to start using it to preview your app.
Using Snaplook to Preview Your App
To preview your store app using Snaplook, follow these steps:
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Open the installed Snaplook app and tap Scan QR code. If you’re using it for the first time, the app will request access to your camera. Tap Allow to proceed.
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Use your phone to scan the QR code for your store. You can find it by clicking Preview App in the upper-right corner of your app builder.
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Wait for the app to load and display your store.
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Test the app as needed to ensure that the layout, styling, functions, and interactions are working as expected.
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To exit the app, tap the hexagon icon, then tap Confirm in the pop-up. You’ll be taken back to the initial screen of the Snaplook app.
The next time you want to preview changes, simply scan the QR code from your app builder again to load the latest updates.