Text formatting can carry over unwanted styles when copying from external programs like Microsoft Word or Google Drive. Here's how to fix and prevent formatting issues in Squarespace:

Fix Line Spacing Issues:

• Press Enter for new paragraphs
• Use Shift + Enter for smaller line breaks
• Remove extra spacing after clearing formatting

Fix Heading Issues:

• Press Enter between sections before applying headings
• This prevents headings from affecting entire text blocks

Paste Clean Text:

1. Using the toolbar:

   • Click the "Paste as Plain Text" icon
   • Paste text in the box
   • Click OK

2. Using keyboard shortcuts:

   • PC: Ctrl + Shift + V
   • Mac: ⌘ + Shift + V

Remove Existing Formatting:

• Highlight problematic text
• Click the "Remove Formatting" button
• Note: This preserves header formatting

Reformat Text:

1. Select text to format
2. Choose formatting from dropdown menu
3. Use toolbar icons for additional styling

Special Characters: If foreign or special characters appear incorrectly, try typing them directly in Squarespace instead of copying and pasting.

Best Practice: Enter text directly into Squarespace or use a plain text editor like Notepad or TextEdit when preparing content.

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