Creating Content with Pages and Blocks: A Guide to Website Building Basics
Pages and sections are the essential building blocks of your Squarespace site. Here's how to effectively use them to create and organize your content.
Pages Overview
- Every site consists of multiple pages containing sections and blocks
- Pages create navigation links in your site header
- Manage pages through the Pages panel
- Create custom layouts with layout pages
- Use collection pages for blogs, events, and products
- Portfolio pages (7.1 only) display project sets as subpages
Sections and Blocks
- Blocks add text, images, videos, and other content
- Move, resize, and arrange blocks into columns and rows
- Page sections (7.1 only) provide additional block areas
- Fluid Editor (7.1 only) enables unique layouts and mobile-specific designs
Content Organization
- Structure navigation to guide visitors
- Create dropdown menus for better organization
- Use tags and categories to filter collection items
- Add external links to navigation
- Hide pages by disabling or moving to Unlinked section
- Protect content with passwords
- Deleted pages can be restored within 30 days
Best Practices
- Set up a clear home page
- Create logical navigation structure
- Organize related content using sections
- Ensure mobile responsiveness
- Use clear labels and categories
- Maintain consistent layout across pages
This comprehensive system allows you to create an organized, user-friendly website that effectively presents your content to visitors.