Squarespace offers multiple gallery options to display image collections effectively. The choice depends on your Squarespace version and where you want to place the gallery.

Gallery Sections (Version 7.1)

Gallery sections highlight image sets and offer two main layouts:

• Grid (Simple, Banner, Mosaic)
• Slideshow (Simple, Full, Reel)

Key features:

• Add to any page
• Support image uploads and stock images
• Cannot be added to blog posts or events
• Videos not supported

Gallery Blocks (Both Versions)

Gallery blocks offer flexible image and video display with four layouts:

• Slideshow
• Carousel
• Grid
• Stack

Version 7.1 usage:

• Works in block content areas (blog posts, events, product info)
• Cannot be used on layout pages or collection landing pages

Version 7.0 usage:

• Works on layout pages, blog posts, and block content areas
• Supports image uploads, stock images, and video embeds

Gallery Pages (Version 7.0)

• Template-dependent design
• Supports images, stock photos, and videos
• Uses Slideshow, Carousel, Grid, and Stacked layouts
• Design options vary by template

Choosing the Right Gallery

Gallery Blocks benefits:

• Template-independent
• Combines with other content blocks
• Flexible placement
• Can display images from Gallery pages

Gallery Pages benefits:

• Template-specific features
• Social media sharing
• Index page compatibility
• Summary block support

Mobile Optimization Tips

• Consider page load speed
• Optimize image file sizes
• Break large galleries into smaller sections
• Test mobile display across devices

Remember to balance visual impact with performance, especially for mobile users. Consider organizing images by project or category for better user experience.

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