Comprehensive Guide: Squarespace Template Features Comparison

Comprehensive Guide: Squarespace Template Features Comparison

By Michael Thompson

February 27, 2025 at 12:06 PM

Squarespace templates define your site's design and functionality, with different features based on your site's version. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of template features and capabilities.

Version 7.1 vs 7.0

Version 7.1:

  • All sites share the same template family
  • Uniform features and style options
  • Consistent functionality across templates

Version 7.0:

  • Each template has unique styling rules
  • Features vary by template family
  • Template-specific customization options

Page Types Available

Version 7.1:

  • Blog Pages
  • Event Pages
  • Layout Pages
  • Portfolio Pages
  • Store Pages

Version 7.0:

  • Album Pages
  • Blog Pages
  • Event Pages
  • Gallery Pages
  • Layout Pages
  • Store Pages

Blog Page Layouts

Standard Options:

  • Single Column
  • Mosaic
  • Basic Grid
  • Side-by-Side
  • Alternating Side-by-Side

Mobile Optimization

All templates feature:

  • Responsive design
  • Built-in mobile styles
  • Optimized layouts for smaller screens
  • Device-specific display adjustments

Gallery Features

Version 7.0:

  • Template-specific gallery layouts
  • Customizable styling options
  • Support for images and videos
  • Gallery block alternatives available

Version 7.1:

  • Uses Gallery sections instead of Gallery pages
  • Consistent styling across templates
  • Modern display options

Navigation and Layout

Key Features:

  • Flexible navigation link options
  • Customizable header displays
  • Responsive footer designs
  • Index page integration (Version 7.0)
  • Mobile-optimized navigation menus

Each template offers unique combinations of these features, allowing you to choose the best fit for your website's needs. Consider your specific requirements for page types, layouts, and functionality when selecting a template.

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