Comprehensive Guide: Managing Pages, Sections, and Content in Squarespace

Comprehensive Guide: Managing Pages, Sections, and Content in Squarespace

By Michael Chen

January 24, 2025 at 01:08 AM

Pages and content form the foundation of any Squarespace website, utilizing a hierarchical structure of pages, sections, and blocks to organize information effectively.

Pages Overview A Squarespace website consists of multiple pages, each containing various sections and blocks. When added to navigation, pages automatically create corresponding links in your website header.

Types of Pages:

  • Layout pages: Create custom content arrangements
  • Collection pages: Organize specific content like blogs, events, and products
  • Portfolio pages (v7.1): Display project groups as subpages

Sections and Blocks Blocks serve as the basic content units for adding:

  • Text
  • Images
  • Videos
  • Audio
  • Custom layouts

In version 7.1, page sections provide additional customization options:

  • Page areas for expanded block placement
  • Image galleries
  • Auto-layouts for images, text, and buttons
  • Creative Editor for unique block arrangements and mobile-specific designs

Content Organization Optimize your website's navigation with these features:

  • Homepage setup
  • Dropdown menus for hierarchical navigation
  • Tags and categories for collection filtering
  • External link integration
  • Page visibility controls
  • Password protection
  • 30-day page recovery after deletion

Block Management You can:

  • Move blocks freely
  • Adjust block sizes
  • Create columns and rows
  • Delete unwanted blocks
  • Customize mobile layouts (v7.1)

Best Practices

  1. Plan your navigation structure before building
  2. Use consistent layout patterns across pages
  3. Implement clear hierarchical organization
  4. Regularly review and update content
  5. Test navigation on both desktop and mobile devices

This framework provides the essential tools for creating a well-organized, user-friendly website that effectively presents your content to visitors.

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