How to Embed xkcd Comics on Your Shopify Store with EmbedAny

Want to add some humour to your Shopify store with popular xkcd webcomics? With EmbedAny, you can easily embed xkcd comics directly into your product descriptions, blog posts, and pages without any coding skills. This guide will show you exactly how to do it in just a few minutes.

What is xkcd?

xkcd is a popular webcomic created by Randall Munroe that features simple stick figure drawings and covers topics like science, mathematics, technology, and everyday life with a witty twist. Adding these comics to your store can engage customers and show off your brand’s personality.

Why Embed xkcd Comics on Your Shopify Store?

• Add humour and personality to your store
• Increase time spent on your pages
• Create more engaging product descriptions
• Share relevant comics that connect with your audience

Quick Guide to Embedding xkcd Comics

Step 1: Install EmbedAny

First, you’ll need to install the EmbedAny app on your Shopify store:

1. Visit EmbedAny on the Shopify App Store
2. Click “Add app” and follow the installation instructions
3. Activate the app on your store

Step 2: Find an xkcd Comic to Embed

1. Visit xkcd.com and find a comic you’d like to add to your store
2. Copy the URL of the specific comic page you want to embed (e.g., https://xkcd.com/2796/)

Step 3: Add the Comic to Your Store

1. Go to the page, product, or blog post you want to add the comic to
2. In the Shopify rich text editor, paste the xkcd URL
3. Select the pasted URL and click the “Italic” button (or use Ctrl+I / Cmd+I)
4. Save your changes

That’s it! The plain URL will now be transformed into an interactive xkcd comic that your customers can enjoy directly on your store.

Tips for Using xkcd Comics Effectively

• Choose comics relevant to your products or industry
• Add comics to break up text on longer pages
• Use comics in blog posts to illustrate points with humour
• Include comics in your “About Us” page to show personality

Working with Specific xkcd Comics

You can embed any specific xkcd comic by using its direct URL. For example:

• For the “Standards” comic: https://xkcd.com/927/
• For the “Password Strength” comic: https://xkcd.com/936/

Simply paste these URLs, make them italic using the Shopify editor, and EmbedAny will automatically convert them into interactive embeds.

Ready to Add xkcd Comics to Your Store?

With EmbedAny, you can embed not just xkcd comics but content from over 800 platforms with the same simple process. No coding required – just paste a link, make it italic, and watch it transform into an interactive element that keeps customers engaged with your store.

Give it a try today and see how easy it is to enhance your Shopify store with engaging content!