Creating Pull Quotes in Squarespace: A Step-by-Step Guide for Classic Editor

Creating Pull Quotes in Squarespace: A Step-by-Step Guide for Classic Editor

By Michael Chen

January 31, 2025 at 09:20 AM

Adding pull quotes in Squarespace's Classic Editor can enhance your content's visual appeal and emphasize key messages. Here's how to create them effectively:

Create Your Pull Quote Text

  1. Add a new text block with your desired quote
  2. Format the text using the dropdown menu:
    • For 7.1 sites: Choose from paragraph formatting options
    • For 7.0 sites: Select a heading format to make text stand out
    • Consider SEO impact when using heading formats

Welcome to the Site Text

Welcome to the Site Text

Position Your Pull Quote

  1. Hover over the text block edge until you see the hand icon
  2. Click and drag the block to your desired location
  3. Use the gray guidelines to place the block accurately

Placeholder text image

Placeholder text image

Placeholder website screen

Placeholder website screen

Style Your Pull Quote

Version 7.1:

  • Open Site Styles while editing
  • Click [Fonts] to change typography
  • Click [Colors] to adjust colors
  • Save changes when finished

Version 7.0:

  • Access [Website] panel
  • Navigate to [Design] > [Site Styles]
  • Adjust style options based on your heading choice
  • Save changes

Additional Tips:

  • Pull quotes are ideal for:
    • Key business information
    • Interview highlights
    • Customer testimonials
  • You can float any block type within text
  • Use images to break up long text sections
  • Maintain consistency in styling across your site

Remember to save all changes before exiting the editor to preserve your work.

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