Report: Understanding Summary Block Layouts and Configurations
A summary block displays curated content from your collection pages in various layouts. Perfect for showcasing blog posts, events, products, or videos in customizable arrangements.
Available Content Sources:
- Blog posts
- Events
- Products
- Store items
- Videos
Iced coffee in clear glass
Layout Options:
- Wall - Masonry-style grid with offset rows
- Carousel - Scrollable row of items
- List - Single column with side-by-side text and images
- Grid - Even, structured layout
Ground coffee in measuring scoop
Key Features:
- Display up to 30 items per block
- Customizable text size and alignment
- Optional featured images and excerpts
- Filterable by category or tag
- Adjustable metadata display
- Background color and styling options
Coffee types and brewing methods chart
Adding a Summary Block:
- Click Edit on your page
- Select Add Block or insert point
- Choose Summary
- Select content source in Content tab
- Customize layout in Design tab
- Save changes
French press on white background
Pro Tips:
- Add featured images to all items for best display
- Fill out all metadata fields for consistent information
- Use multiple blocks to display more than 30 items
- Consider mobile display when choosing layouts
- Use tags to organize content into batches
The summary block automatically updates when you add new content to the source collection, keeping your featured content fresh and organized.
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