Managing Media Resources: A Complete Guide to Squarespace Library System

Managing Media Resources: A Complete Guide to Squarespace Library System

By Michael Chen

December 14, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Managing and Reusing Digital Resources

All uploaded images and videos are saved in your resource library for reuse across your site.

Resources You Can Reuse

Images can be reused in:

  • Banner images
  • Featured images for blog posts, events, and pages
  • Email campaigns
  • Image blocks and galleries
  • Product images
  • Site logos (v7.1)
  • Background images

Videos can be used in:

  • Video blocks
  • Section backgrounds
  • Course pages
  • Video pages

Managing Your Resource Library

To access resources:

  1. Open the Resources panel
  2. Hover over items to view file details
  3. Check file name, type, date, dimensions, and size

Organizing Content

Create folders to organize your library:

  • Click "Add New" then "Folder"
  • Name your folder (1-1024 characters)
  • Move resources by selecting them and using the folder icon
  • Create up to 40 nested levels and 300 subfolders per folder

Adding New Content

Desktop:

  • Drag and drop files into Resources panel
  • Click "Add New" > "Upload Files"

Mobile App:

  • Use Home tab shortcut
  • Tap "+" > "Upload assets to library"
  • Select images to import

Managing Resources

To rename:

  1. Hover over resource
  2. Click "..."
  3. Select "Rename"
  4. Enter new name
  5. Save

To delete:

  1. Select resource(s)
  2. Click trash icon
  3. Confirm deletion
  • Deleted items stay in trash for 30 days
  • Can be restored within this period

Important Notes

  • Stock images appear only in the site where purchased
  • Edited images save as copies
  • File names serve as alternative text
  • Cannot bulk download images
  • Getty Images require separate licenses for use outside Squarespace
  • Unsplash images can be freely reused across sites

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