Web Image Formatting Guide

Images play a crucial role in website performance and user experience. Here's what you need to know about formatting images for the web:

Key Image Requirements

• Maximum file size: 20 MB (recommended: under 500 KB)
• Optimal width: 2500px (minimum: 1500px to avoid blurriness)
• Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF
• Color mode: RGB
• Resolution limit: 120 MP

Best Practices for Web Images

1. Size and Quality

• Upload high-quality images larger than your display needs
• Aim for 2500px width for optimal display across devices
• Keep page size under 5MB for faster loading
• Use PNG format for images containing text or requiring transparency

2. Responsive Design Considerations Squarespace automatically creates seven image variations for different screen sizes:

• 100px
• 300px
• 500px
• 750px
• 1000px
• 1500px
• 2500px

3. Image Shape and Display

• Match image aspect ratio to container shape
• Use consistent image shapes in galleries
• Consider mobile cropping for banner images
• Set focal points for important image elements

Accessibility and SEO

• Add descriptive alt text for better accessibility
• Use overlay text instead of embedding text in images
• Maintain original files after uploading
• Optimize file names for SEO

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If images appear blurry:

• Ensure width is at least 1500px
• Check original image quality
• Verify correct file format

For color distortion:

• Confirm RGB color mode
• Check color profile settings
• Ensure proper file format

Mobile Display Considerations

• Banner images typically crop on mobile devices
• Use responsive design principles
• Test across different devices
• Consider mobile-first design approach

By following these guidelines, your images will display optimally across all devices while maintaining fast loading times and visual quality.

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