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# Can't upload my Minimog theme to Shopify

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If you are trying to upload the file you got from Themeforest for Minimog to your Shopify store and receive this message:

:warning: *zip does not contain a valid theme: missing template “layout/theme.liquid”* :warning:

don't worr&#x79;*.* We've got you covered! :clap:

There are **2 methods** you can use to install Minimog theme:

## Install Minimog theme manually

To manually upload Minimog theme to your Shopify, make sure you **extract your theme package and you will find another zip file inside it**.

To learn more about the detailed steps, see [Install Minimog manually](/minimog-theme/getting-started/install-minimog-theme/install-minimog-manually.md)

## Install Minimog automatically using FoxHome *(recommended)*

[FoxHome](https://home.foxecom.com/login) is an one-stop theme manager for [Minimog theme](https://foxecom.com/products/minimog-shopify-theme?utm_source=foxecom\&utm_medium=help_center_minimog_can%27t_upload_my_minimog_theme_to_shopify\&utm_campaign=anchor_text\&utm_term=minimog_theme) with 3 main functions:

* Try and install high-converting demos **for free**&#x20;
* Update theme to the newest release with 1-click
* Manage theme license

See how to install any Minimog demos using FoxHome: [Install Minimog in 1-click fast way](/minimog-theme/getting-started/install-minimog-theme/install-minimog-in-1-click-fast-way.md) :rocket: