Shopify Sections vs Blocks

What is the difference between Shopify Sections and Blocks?

This can be confusing if you're new to Shopify, but there is a big difference.

Sections take up the full width of the page.

Sections are the main building blocks of Shopify stores. You can add and drag them anywhere on the page (besides header and footer areas).

Blocks go inside of Sections.

They’re a smaller unit of content. You can add and drag them around inside of their parent section.

Below you can see sections in blue, and blocks in pink