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# coreSTORE - Getting Started: Enabling Variation Settings


# [coreSTORE - Settings: Enabling Variation Settings](https://app.tango.us/app/workflow/0dc3f6d3-d1ff-494f-b4af-6c511bdb9df0?utm_source=markdown&utm_medium=markdown&utm_campaign=workflow%20export%20links)


In this guide, we will cover configuring your optional variation settings in coreSTORE. These settings include defining the **item variation lookup order**, enabling **variants** on your coreFORCE website, and enforcing the selection of a corresponding **variation item number** when selling a variation.

### 1. Click on Settings


To access your variation settings, navigate to **Company** > **Settings** from the **coreSTORE menu bar**.

![Step 1 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/2ynfsjsq)

### 2. Search Bar


In the **search bar**, start typing **Variation** as shown in the example below. This will display the three areas where variation setting options are available: **Application Settings**, **Ecommerce Platform**, and the **Sales Area**.

![Step 2 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/2aezlafk)

### 3. Click on Application Settings


First, navigate to the **Application Settings**

![Step 3 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/2c6xbazj)

### 4. Item Lookup Order


You will notice that the **item variation item number** is a configurable option in the **item lookup order**. This setting determines the sequence used when searching for an item. The layout below displays the current search order, which you can adjust to suit your needs

![Step 4 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/2cjoyhw3)

### 5. Click on Ecommerce Platform


Next, navigate to the **Ecommerce Platform** section.

![Step 5 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/23826wpx)

### 6. Enable Item Variant Sync


In the **Ecommerce Platform** section, you will find the option to **Enable Item Variant Sync**. This setting is crucial for publishing variants to coreFORCE. Be sure to enable this option if you plan to offer variations on your eCommerce platform.

![Step 6 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/23lpu75h)

### 7. Click on Sales


Next, navigate to the **Sales** section of your settings.

![Step 7 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/2d3suzwg)

### 8. Do NOT Allow Variation Items To Be Sold Without Selecting Variation


The **Do NOT Allow Variation Items To Be Sold Without Selecting Variation** option in the **Sales** section is recommended to be set to **Enabled**. This ensures that the appropriate variation, such as the correct **color**, **size**, or other attributes, is selected and recorded when selling an item.

![Step 8 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/26t3c6rp)

### 9. Click on Save


Click on **Save** to finalize your changes.

![Step 9 screenshot](https://tinyurl.com/25xc6mwv)