Website Building & Customization Guides
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Add a Scroll Down Indicator to Your Squarespace Website
How to add a scroll down indicator button to your Squarespace website.
Add a Collapsible Floating Side Navigation Menu with Icons to Squarespace
Add a collapsible floating side navigation menu to your Squarespace site with this code snippet. Keep links accessible without clutter, customize icons and colors, while being fully responsive. Follow the step-by-step guide to integrate it seamlessly.
How to Change the “Sign up for News and Updates” Text in Squarespace Contact Forms
Learn how to customize the default 'Sign up for News and Updates' text in Squarespace forms with a simple JavaScript snippet. This quick guide will help you align your forms with your brand’s tone and messaging, boosting engagement and maintaining consistency.
What Is Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and how to Rank for it on Squarespace
Discover Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and learn how to rank in AI-generated search results from tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Build a strong SEO foundation, optimize for informational queries, and adapt to AI-driven search behavior for future-proof visibility.
Move Your Squarespace Header to the Bottom of the Page
Learn how to reposition your Squarespace header to the bottom of the page using a simple CSS code snippet.
Add a Polaroid Photo Effect to Squarespace Instagram Block
In this tutorial I will teach you how to add a polaroid photo effect to the Squarespace Instagram block.
How to Change Images on Hover in Squarespace [Simple Guide]
In this tutorial I will teach you how to change images on hover in Squarespace Fluid Engine and 7.1 using a very simple CSS code.
Add Ken Burns Effect to Squarespace Images and Banners
In this article I will guide you through the process of implementing the Ken Burns effect on your Squarespace images, galleries, and section banners using CSS.
Redirect Members after Login to Squarespace Member Areas
When a member logs into their Member Area account, the page simply refreshes and the user panel opens. This can be confusing and not the best user experience. In today's article, I'll show you how to solve this problem by sharing a simple code snippet that you can add to your website
The Best Responsive Viewer to Use on Your Squarespace Website
In today's digital landscape, websites must be designed with responsiveness in mind. As a Squarespace designer, one of the most important steps in my web design process is ensuring my websites are responsive and look amazing on all displays, be it mobile, tablet, or desktop.
How to Avoid Late & Non-Paying Clients
If you’re a business owner or a freelancer, you know that it can be stressful enough having an unstable and variable income. The last thing you want to worry about is clients that ghost you after your work is done. Your livelihood depends entirely on invoices paid on time by your clients. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Since starting my web design business, I have not encountered this problem once. Here are some tips to prevent late and non-payments
Squarespace: 2022 in Review
If you're a fan of Squarespace like I am, you'll know that 2022 was a banner year for the platform. They completely revamped their website builder with the "Fluid Engine" layout editor and let me tell you - it was a game changer. Building websites on Squarespace just got a whole lot easier and more stylish. But that's not all - they also rolled out a ton of new features that made it possible to create professional-grade websites without any coding skills. These updates were a total dream for anyone who loves to tinker with their website and try out the latest design trends. In this article, I'll be sharing all the details about these new features and giving you my honest thoughts on them.
How to add Floating Social Media Icons to Squarespace Fluid Engine
Adding floating social icons that are always visible to your website is an easy way to encourage visitors to follow you on your chosen platforms and stay up to date with your content. Not only do these icons provide an easy way for visitors to connect with you, but they also contribute to the professional and cohesive look of your site. The new Fluid Engine update to Squarespace means the codes we used on 7.1 to achieve this are no longer viable and they need some tweaking.
Web Design Trends for 2023
In the web design business, like any tech-related business, technologies and trends move & change at an impossibly rapid rate. You’ve probably noticed many of these trends emerging already. If not, you’re going to notice them after reading this article.
Squarespace Saved Sections: Everything You Need to Know
Squarespace has just released a new feature that I've been wanting for a while: Saved Sections. In this post, I'll give you an overview of what Saved Sections are, how to use them, and how they can improve your Squarespace workflow.