The Favourite Products Carousel Module for OpenCart is a powerful extension that lets online store owners showcase their most-loved products in an attractive, interactive carousel format. This module gives merchants complete control over product selection and display settings, making it easy to highlight bestsellers, seasonal items, or special promotions.
Key Features of the Favourite Products Carousel
This versatile module offers numerous customization options to create the perfect product showcase for your OpenCart store:
- Handpicked product selection – Choose specific products from your catalog to feature in the carousel
- Flexible display settings – Control the number of visible items and scrolling behavior
- Auto-scroll functionality – Set the carousel to rotate products automatically
- Multiple placement options – Install the module in any layout position (left/right column, content top/bottom, etc.)
- Responsive design – Works seamlessly across all devices and screen sizes
How to Configure the Carousel Module
Setting up the Favourite Products Carousel is straightforward through the OpenCart admin panel:
1. Product Selection
Navigate to the module settings and handpick which products to feature. You can select:
- Best-selling items
- New arrivals
- Seasonal products
- Special offers
- Any combination of your choosing
2. Display Customization
Fine-tune how your carousel appears to customers:
- Set the number of visible products (typically 3-6 items works best)
- Configure scrolling behavior (single item or multiple items at once)
- Adjust animation speed and transition effects
- Enable/disable auto-scrolling with timing controls
3. Module Placement
Choose where to display your carousel:
- Left or right column for sidebar placement
- Content top/bottom for prominent homepage display
- Footer area for additional product visibility
- Custom positions if your theme supports them
Live Demo and Testing
Experience the module in action through our live demo:
- View left column implementation with auto-scroll
- Test the admin panel at: http://www.santoshsetty.com/tf/cc/ocextensions/admin
- Use demo credentials: Username – demo, Password – demo
Compatibility Information
The Favourite Products Carousel Module works with multiple OpenCart versions:
- 1.5.5.1
- 1.5.5
- 1.5.4.1
- 1.5.4
- 1.5.3.1
- 1.5.3
- 1.5.2.1
- 1.5.1.3.1
Best Practices for Implementation
To maximize the effectiveness of your product carousel:
- Feature high-quality product images with consistent dimensions
- Limit to 5-8 featured products for optimal visibility
- Use the carousel to highlight special offers or limited-time deals
- Test different auto-scroll intervals (5-10 seconds works well)
- Ensure mobile responsiveness by testing on various devices
Troubleshooting and Support
For any questions or issues:
- Consult the FAQ section included with the module
- Check OpenCart’s documentation for general module installation guidance
- Verify your OpenCart version compatibility
- Clear your cache after installation if the carousel doesn’t appear immediately
This Favourite Products Carousel Module provides an excellent way to increase product visibility and potentially boost conversions by showcasing your most desirable items in an eye-catching, interactive format. With its flexible configuration options and easy installation, it’s a valuable addition to any OpenCart ecommerce store.
