> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://foxecom.gitbook.io/zest-theme/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://foxecom.gitbook.io/zest-theme/theme-settings/colors-and-color-schemes.md).

# Colors & Color schemes

One of the most important components of designing a visually appealing, functional, and accessible theme is color. 

Not only does a well-designed color system reinforce a merchant’s branding, but it also has the power to enhance and improve user experiences.

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{% hint style="success" %}
**Steps:**

1. In the theme editor (**Customize**), click **Theme settings.**
2. Select **Colors**
3. Manage your **Schemes** and other element colors.
4. **Save** the changes.
   {% endhint %}

## Color schemes

### What is a color scheme?

A color scheme is a set of visually compatible colors that applies to the following elements:

* Accent&#x20;
* Border
* Text (Heading and Body text)
* Background
* Primary button
* Secondary button
* Form field
* Product sale price
* Tooltip

You can define different color schemes in your theme settings and apply the color schemes to different sections throughout your online store, using a color scheme picker.

You can create up to 21 color schemes in Zest.

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### Apply your color scheme

After defining your color scheme in the theme settings, you can assign a color scheme using the color scheme picker in the section settings.&#x20;

The color scheme picker is available only in certain sections and general theme settings.

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## Element colors

### Header

To change the color of the text and icon on the header.

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### Badges

To change the background color of the badges.

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See how to add custom badges here: [Add custom badges to the product card and product page](/zest-theme/faqs/generic/add-custom-badges-to-the-product-card-and-product-page.md)

See how to activate badges on the product card here: [Product card](/zest-theme/theme-settings/product-card.md#button-and-badges)

### Other colors

To change the background color of the cart bubble and its overlay opacity.

You can also adjust the **Overlay opacity** by tweaking the toggle.

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