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Kowal Product Gallery Grid for Magento 2
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Przelew A new standard of product image presentation in Magento 2
Kowal_ProductGallery changes the default desktop product gallery into a modern, clear grid of large images. Instead of the classic layout with one main image and small thumbnails, the customer immediately sees more product shots, understands the product appearance faster, and can make a purchase decision more easily.
This solution was designed for stores where images truly sell: fashion, interiors, home furnishings, beauty, accessories, premium retail, and anywhere product detail matters.
Key benefits
1. More images visible right away
The customer does not have to click thumbnails to see additional shots. On the very first visit to the product page, they get a broader view of the offer:
- they see the product from several perspectives,
- they can assess color, texture, proportions, and details more quickly,
- they can compare images more easily without unnecessary interactions.
This shortens the path from interest to purchase.
2. Stronger visual impact on the product page
Large images arranged in an aesthetic grid create a more modern and premium impression of the store. The product looks better, and the page itself feels more refined and more sales-focused than the standard Magento layout.
This presentation style works especially well for assortments where imagery is one of the main purchase drivers.
3. Better desktop shopping experience
The layout was prepared specifically for desktop, where the user has more screen space and expects quick access to more content. The gallery uses that space effectively:
- images are larger and clearer,
- the layout is more intuitive while browsing,
- the right-hand column with product information remains conveniently accessible while scrolling.
The result is smoother navigation on the product page and a lower risk of losing the customer's attention.
4. Preserves the familiar image zoom mechanism
The new presentation format does not take away the convenient functions of the standard Magento gallery. After clicking an image, the customer can still open the fullscreen preview and inspect the product in detail.
Thanks to this, the store gains a more modern appearance without giving up the well-known gallery behavior.
5. No changes on mobile
The module modifies only the desktop view. On mobile devices, the native Magento gallery remains unchanged, which helps preserve a predictable and convenient shopping experience on phones.
This matters because desktop and mobile users have different expectations, and one layout does not always work well in both contexts.
Impact on sales and product perception
Better image exposure can translate into:
- greater user engagement on the product page,
- better product understanding even before adding it to the cart,
- stronger presentation of quality, finish, and details,
- reduced purchase uncertainty,
- a more professional store image.
In practice, this means a product page that supports conversion more effectively and makes better use of the image assets already available in the store.
Which stores benefit most from this module
The module works especially well in industries where customers buy with their eyes:
- fashion and footwear,
- furniture and interior furnishings,
- decor and home accessories,
- cosmetics and beauty,
- jewelry and accessories,
- premium and lifestyle products.
The more important product images are, the greater the benefit of switching to a grid layout.
Summary
Kowal_ProductGallery helps turn a standard Magento 2 product page into a more modern, visual, and sales-focused presentation. The customer sees more faster, evaluates the product more easily, and uses the gallery more conveniently, while the store gains stronger offer exposure without changing the user's basic habits.
It is a practical extension for stores that want to make better use of product images as a real sales tool.
Installation and configuration guide
Module
Kowal_ProductGallery
Composer package:
kowal/module-product-gallery
Requirements
Before installation, make sure the environment meets the following conditions:
- Magento 2 with the catalog module enabled,
- PHP version compatible with the package requirements,
- access to the Composer repository or Git repository from which the module is published,
- permissions to run
bin/magentocommands, - administrative access to the Magento panel to configure the settings.
Installation via Composer
If the module is published from a private GitHub repository, first add the repository to the Composer configuration:
composer config repositories.module.kowal.product.gallery vcs https://github.com/kowalco/product-galleryIf the repository requires authorization, add a GitHub access token:
composer config --global --auth github-oauth.github.com Then install the module:
composer require kowal/module-product-galleryModule activation in Magento
After installing the package, run the standard set of Magento commands:
bin/magento module:enable Kowal_ProductGallerybin/magento setup:upgradebin/magento setup:di:compilebin/magento setup:static-content:deploy -fbin/magento cache:flushIf the store runs in developer mode, some commands may depend on the project deployment process. In a production environment, it is recommended to perform the full standard deployment in accordance with the project policy.
Installation verification
After activating the module, check:
- Whether the module is visible in the list:
bin/magento module:status Kowal_ProductGalleryWhether the gallery on the desktop product page has been replaced with a grid of large images.
Whether clicking an image opens the standard Magento gallery fullscreen.
Whether the mobile view remains unchanged.
Settings location in the admin panel
The module configuration is available at:
Stores > Configuration > Catalog > Catalog > Kowal Product Gallery
Access to this section depends on the ACL permissions assigned to the administrator.
Available settings
1. Number of grid columns
Field:
Liczba kolumn grida
Description:
Specifies the number of columns in the desktop product image grid.
Recommendation:
2for a classic, clear layout,- higher values only when product images still remain appropriately large and readable.
2. Image width
Field:
Szerokość obrazka
Description:
Defines the maximum image width in the desktop grid, in pixels.
Recommendation:
- for square images, a good starting point is
640.
3. Image height
Field:
Wysokość obrazka
Description:
Defines the maximum image height in the desktop grid, in pixels.
Recommendation:
- for square images, set a value equal to the width, for example
640, - for images with different proportions, adjust the height to the actual format of the product assets.
Configuration recommendations
- For a consistent visual effect, use product images with similar proportions.
- For square images, use the same width and height values.
- After changing image dimensions, test the product page appearance on several representative products.
- Verify how it works for simple and configurable products.
Rebuilding images after size changes
If configuration or view setting changes require refreshing the catalog image cache, run:
bin/magento catalog:images:resizeAfter the rebuild is complete, clear the cache:
bin/magento cache:cleanPost-deployment check
After deployment to a test or production environment, check:
- the gallery appearance on desktop,
- no regressions on mobile,
- fullscreen behavior after clicking an image,
- gallery behavior for configurable products,
- correct sticky behavior of the product information column,
- product page loading time and basic rendering quality indicators.
Most common deployment notes
- If the changes are not visible, first check the cache and static content deployment.
- If the store uses a heavily modified theme, it is worth confirming gallery template compatibility with the active theme.
- If the administrator cannot see the module settings, check the ACL permissions assigned to their role.
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