Store View Scope in Magento 2: Best Practices

Understanding store view scope is crucial for any Magento 2 merchant operating multiple stores or serving international customers.

What is Store View Scope?

Store view scope determines at which level (Global, Website, or Store View) different configuration settings and product attributes are applied. Getting this right is essential for proper multi-store operations.

Common Scope Levels

• Global - Applies to all websites and stores
• Website - Applies to specific website and its store views
• Store View - Applies only to a specific store view

What Should Be Scoped?

Here are some common use cases:

• Prices - Often set at website level for currency differences
• Taxes - Vary by country/region, set at website or store level
• Shipping methods - May differ by region
• Payment methods - Often region-specific
• Product descriptions - Translate per store view

Best Practices

1. Plan your scope structure before building your store
2. Use global settings for truly universal configurations
3. Override at lower levels only when necessary
4. Document your scope decisions for the team
5. Test thoroughly across all store views