--- title: "How to Create a Product Archive Template in WordPress for Free?" url: https://nexterwp.com/docs/create-product-archive-template-in-wordpress/ date: 2023-04-24 modified: 2026-04-14 author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "Are you looking to create a custom product archive template for your WooCommerce store? By default, WooCommerce comes with a basic product archive template, but creating a custom one can..." image: https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/create-product-archive-template-in-wordpress-1024x519.jpg word_count: 581 --- # How to Create a Product Archive Template in WordPress for Free? ## Key Takeaways - Nexter Extension enables users to create custom product archive templates in WooCommerce. - Nexter Theme Builder allows selection of multiple display conditions for product archive templates. - Users can publish templates that show according to set display conditions using Nexter Theme Builder. Are you looking to create a custom product archive template for your WooCommerce store? By default, WooCommerce comes with a basic product archive template, but creating a custom one can help enhance the user experience and make your store stand out. ***Requirement  – This is a feature of Nexter Extension (Free) plugin, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.*** With the Nexter Theme Builder, you can create custom product archive templates that can resonate with your brand. > *Note: You must have the WooCommerce plugin installed.* To create a product archive template using the Nexter Theme Builder, follow the steps – 1. From the Dashboard, go to **Nexter Extension** > **Theme Builder** > **Add New Template**. 2. In the popup, select **Archive Page** from the **Select Template** dropdown. 3. Then, in the **Name of Template** field, add the template name. 4. Then, click on the **Next** button. 5. On the next screen, you have to set the appropriate display conditions. From the **Include/Exclude** dropdown, you can choose whether to show or hide the template in the selected locations. 6. Then from the second dropdown, you have to select the location. Here you’ll find many product archive template related location options under the **Products** label - - **Default Products Archive** - This will target the default products archive page i.e the shop page. - **Products : Product categories** -  This will target the product category page, you can also select individual product categories from **Condition Type** dropdown. - **Products : First Child Category** - This will target the immediate subcategory page of a product category, you can also select individual parent product categories from **Condition Type** dropdown to target its first child category. - **Products : All Child Category** - This will target all the subcategory pages of a product category, you can also select individual parent product categories from **Condition Type** dropdown to target its subcategories. - **Products : Product tags** - This will target the product tag archive page. Select the appropriate option for your template. Based on the option selected, you’ll get an additional field to select the individual item of the source. > *Note: You can add multiple locations.* You can click on the **+ Add Conditions** button to add additional conditions. Follow the same process to add multiple conditions. > *Note: Using multiple conditions, you can include the template in a certain location and exclude it from a certain location at the same time.* From the Preview Type and Preview ID dropdowns, you can select a post type and individual post respectively to check the template preview.  So when you check the template preview using the WordPress Preview option, it will use your selected archive page. 7. Once done, then click on the **Create** button. 8. Then it will open the WordPress editor, where you can use the WordPress blocks or Elementor to create the actual layout and content of the template. Be sure to use product archive related blocks or widgets to ensure that your content is displayed correctly. If you are using Elementor, you can utilize the WooBuilder widgets from The Plus Addons for Elementor to easily customize your entire WooCommerce store, including the product archive template. These widgets offer a wide range of options to create a cohesive design across your WooCommerce store. 9. Once done, publish the template. Now your archive template will be created and will show as per the set display conditions. Also, check [How to Create a Single Product Template in WordPress for Free](https://nexterwp.com/docs/create-single-product-template-in-wordpress/). ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What should I do if my custom product archive template isn't displaying?** A: If your custom product archive template isn't showing, check the display conditions you set during creation. Ensure that the template is included in the correct locations, such as the Default Products Archive or specific product categories. If you have multiple conditions, verify that they are not conflicting, as you can include a template in one location while excluding it from another. **Q: What are the best practices for setting display conditions for my product archive template?** A: When setting display conditions for your product archive template, consider your store's structure. Use the Default Products Archive for the main shop page, and target specific product categories or tags for tailored experiences. Adding multiple conditions can help refine where your template appears, ensuring it aligns with your branding and user navigation. **Q: How do I preview my product archive template before publishing?** A: To preview your product archive template before publishing, use the Preview Type and Preview ID dropdowns in the Nexter Theme Builder. Select a post type and an individual post to see how your template will look on the selected archive page, ensuring it meets your design expectations.