
Fix Text Formatting Issues in Squarespace: A Complete Guide
To remove text formatting issues in Squarespace, follow these steps:
- Fix Line Spacing
- Press Enter for new paragraphs
- Use Shift + Enter for smaller line breaks
- Remove excess spacing by clearing formatting

Text block with multiple paragraphs
- Correct Heading Formatting
- Ensure text is in separate paragraphs before applying headings
- Press Enter between text chunks for proper heading application

Paragraph spacing in text editor
- Paste Text Without Formatting Option 1: Use Paste as Plain Text icon
- Click the clipboard icon
- Paste text in the box
- Click OK

Paste as plain text icon
Option 2: Keyboard Shortcuts
- PC: Ctrl + Shift + V
- Mac: ⌘ + Shift + V
- Remove Existing Formatting
- Highlight text
- Click Remove Formatting button
- Headers will remain unchanged

Squarespace text formatting toolbar
- Apply New Formatting
- Highlight text
- Choose format type from dropdown menu
- Use toolbar for additional styling (bold, lists, etc.)
Tips to Prevent Formatting Issues:
- Enter text directly in Squarespace
- Use plain text editors (Notepad, TextEdit) when working outside Squarespace
- Type special characters directly rather than copying them
- For foreign characters, input directly in Squarespace to avoid rendering issues
These methods ensure clean, consistent text formatting across your Squarespace site.
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