How to Add and Customize Button Blocks in Squarespace: A Complete Guide

How to Add and Customize Button Blocks in Squarespace: A Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

January 13, 2025 at 09:24 PM

Button blocks help create visually appealing call-to-action buttons that direct visitors to important content on your website. These buttons can link to internal pages, external websites, downloadable files, email addresses, or phone numbers.

Adding a Button Block

  1. Edit your page or post
  2. Click Add Block or an insertion point
  3. Select "Button" from the menu
  4. Click the pencil icon to open the block editor

Customizing Button Text and Links

  • Edit the default "Learn More" text (keep under 25 characters)
  • Click "Attach Link" to add:
    • Web addresses
    • Internal pages
    • Downloadable files
    • Email addresses
    • Phone numbers

Design Options

Style Settings:

  • Primary Button (default)
  • Secondary Button
  • Tertiary Button

Layout Options:

  • Size: Small, Medium, or Large
  • Alignment: Left, Center, or Right
  • Width: Fit within block or Fill entire block

Customizing Button Styles

Access style settings through the paintbrush icon to modify:

  • Font
  • Shape
  • Size
  • Colors
  • Primary/Secondary/Tertiary variations

Button Tracking

Use Form and Button Conversions to:

  • Monitor visitor clicks
  • Track conversion rates
  • Compare views vs. clicks
  • Analyze call-to-action effectiveness

Best Practices:

  • Keep button text concise (under 25 characters)
  • Use consistent styling for similar actions
  • Ensure buttons are mobile-responsive
  • Maintain clear visual hierarchy
  • Test button placement for optimal conversions

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