# Shape Standard Direction

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### How to Adjust Shape Standard Direction in AppSections Brand Style

The "Shape Standard Direction" setting in the AppSections Brand Style allows you to set the default direction of shapes applied to various elements. This setting provides flexibility in defining the orientation of shapes, enhancing the visual appeal and structure of your components. Here is how you can adjust the shape standard direction:

### **Shape Standard Direction**

* **Purpose:** This setting allows you to fix the default direction of shapes on elements.
* **Usage:** Choose from four options to set the desired direction for shapes.

### Shape Standard Direction Options

1. **Top:** The shape is oriented towards the top.
2. **Right:** The shape is oriented towards the right.
3. **Bottom:** The shape is oriented towards the bottom.
4. **Left:** The shape is oriented towards the left.

### Steps to Adjust Shape Standard Direction

1. **Select the Brand Style:**
   * Open your Shopify theme editor.
   * Navigate to the Brand Style settings.
2. **Locate the Shape Standard Direction Setting:**
   * In the Brand Style settings, find the **Shape Standard Direction** option.
3. **Select Shape Standard Direction:**
   * Choose one of the four options based on the desired orientation for your shapes:
     * **Top:** Orients the shape towards the top.
     * **Right:** Orients the shape towards the right.
     * **Bottom:** Orients the shape towards the bottom.
     * **Left:** Orients the shape towards the left.

### Ensuring the Right Shape Direction

1. **Preview Changes:**
   * After adjusting the shape direction, preview your store to see how the changes look.
   * Check various elements to ensure the shapes are applied consistently and enhance the visual appeal and structure.
2. **Check Consistency:**
   * Ensure that the shape direction aligns with your brand’s aesthetic and provides a cohesive look across both desktop and mobile devices.
3. **Test Across Devices:**
   * Verify the shape direction on different devices to ensure it looks good and maintains visual appeal on all screen sizes.

### Summary

By using the "Shape Standard Direction" setting, you can control the default direction of shapes on your elements in your Shopify store. This flexibility allows you to enhance the visual appeal and structure of your components, ensuring a dynamic and engaging user experience across all devices.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our customer support team.


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