4. Storefront Theme Extensions
Embedding Live Spot Ticker Marquee
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The SpotMetal Live Ticker is a lightweight, zero-dependency Theme App Extension that displays real-time commodity prices with sub-minute accuracy.
Extension Overview
- Auto-scrolling infinite marquee with GPU acceleration.
- Zero render-blocking JavaScript.
- Supports Gold, Silver, Platinum, Palladium, and EUR/USD FX indicators.
Adding via Shopify Theme Editor
- Go to Shopify Admin > Online Store > Themes > Customize.
- Click Add Section and select SpotMetal Ticker Marquee.
- Position it above your header or above your footer and click Save.
Customizing Metals & Colors
Customize enabled metals (XAU, XAG, XPT, XPD), units ($/g or $/oz), scroll speed, and theme colors.