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Hello

Lets say I have a online store where I sell shirts. First I select a shirt (colored or design) after I can choose to draw something else or leave it as is. Later, standard regular checkout and buying process.

How can I do this? What eCommence should I choose?

Thank you

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Short expert summary and practical options tied to the thread:

The goal described by — pick a base shirt, optionally draw or upload art, preview and complete checkout — can be delivered two ways: a self-hosted plugin/module that lives inside the store (tight cart integration, full control) or a hosted product-configurator/visualizer SaaS that embeds into the product page (less maintenance, often richer 2D/3D/AR features). Several Magento product-designer extensions exist, but they add install/maintenance overhead that explains why Magento feels heavy for day-to-day use. (meetanshi.com)

Lighter self-hosted stacks (good for small–medium shops) include WordPress/WooCommerce with a product-designer plugin that integrates with the cart and exports print-ready assets, or Shopify with a visual customizer app. Examples in active use are Fancy Product Designer for WooCommerce and Shopify apps such as Qstomizer or Zepto Product Personalizer; some apps (Inkybay, etc.) also produce ready-to-print SVG/PDF/PNG files for production workflows. These are practical when the business wants direct control over hosting and order flow. (v2.fancyproductdesigner.com)

For high-end or 3D/AR configurators (complex rules, parts, photoreal rendering, headless checkout), vendor SaaS platforms like Zakeke or Threekit provide turnkey visual configurators and integrations for many storefronts — good when realism and many option permutations are required and budget allows. (zakeke.com)

Practical implementation checklist (common pitfalls and must-haves):

  • Decide plugin vs SaaS by ops capacity: plugins need patching and theme compatibility checks; SaaS has recurring fees and order/usage caps.
  • Confirm export formats and print specs (vector/SVG or high‑res PNG, correct DPI/color profile) so production gets clean files. ()
  • Build the UI as a clear multi-step wizard (choose product → choose side/color/size → upload/draw/design → preview with price update → add-to-cart).
  • Test mobile/responsive flows, upload limits, autosave, and order export to the printer (mock orders).
  • Try free trials/demos, compare pricing caps and file-export workflow before committing. (v2.fancyproductdesigner.com)

Mentions: , and were right that platform plugins exist; and others noting lighter alternatives is consistent with the plugin vs SaaS tradeoff described above.

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Member Avatar for Member #949455

How can I do this? What eCommence should I choose?

I think Magento have that kind of feature. So I am curious why you are switching eCommerce platforms when you have been posting Magento platform issue for the past year?

I think it's a extension or a plugin.

Member Avatar for riahc3

I think Magento have that kind of feature. So I am curious why you are switching eCommerce platforms when you have been posting Magento platform issue for the past year?

I think it's a extension or a plugin.

Cant seem to find it.

Well, basically, because Magento is way too dificult to work with on a daily basis.

Member Avatar for RH-Calvin

Magento can meet your requirements as they have different types of modules which you can install to add an extra features too.

Member Avatar for kroyal

I agree other replies where they prefer magento I also like magento, But I am aware that magento is lil bit heavy, so you can use "zen cart" also it is light and simple.

Member Avatar for Sindre

+1 for Magento. It does have a bit of a learning curve, but it is extremely robust and flexible. There should be some addon that achieves what you want.

Member Avatar for DuroF1

Try 1shopping.com. They have several prices ranges for small to large business.

Member Avatar for Derek_3

Try Magento that will serve your purpose

Member Avatar for oCodewire

Magento is the best platform, indeed. It has been surveyed that a major portion of an ecommerce world is dominated by Magento platform. So, go for it.

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