How to Minimize Image Cropping in Squarespace: A Complete Guide

How to Minimize Image Cropping in Squarespace: A Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

February 26, 2025 at 06:03 PM

Images are displayed in containers throughout your website, causing some level of cropping to ensure optimal viewing across different browser sizes. Here's how to manage cropping across different page elements:

Image Blocks

  • Original aspect ratio is maintained when set to "Adjust"
  • Will crop when set to "Fill" and resized
  • Use spacing blocks to reduce size
  • Center images after cropping as needed

Climber on steep rock face

Climber on steep rock face

Banners

  • Keep consistent aspect ratios for predictable cropping
  • Adjust content overlay amount to control banner height
  • Change banner size settings
  • Use image crop tool to center
  • Will always crop somewhat on mobile

Background Images

  • Control via section height/width adjustments
  • Can repeat, display at browser dimensions, or fill screen
  • Maximum recommended size: 2500px on longest side
  • Use site styles to control display settings

Gallery Sections

  • Display options vary by format:
    • Slideshow: Match image aspect ratios
    • Grid: Fix aspect ratios and adjust thumbnails per row
    • Carousel: Control height with crop tool
    • Stacked: Images fill width of container

Reduced sunglasses and black leather bag

Reduced sunglasses and black leather bag

Shop Pages

  • Product images can't be automatically cropped
  • Use consistent aspect ratios for products
  • Pre-crop images before uploading
  • Adjust layout settings for uniform appearance
  • Use image crop tool to center products

Black dress on hanger

Black dress on hanger

Cover Pages

  • Always experience some cropping
  • Cropping extent depends on:
    • Image height
    • Browser width
    • Selected layout
    • Mobile device viewing

For best results across all page types:

  • Prepare images with consistent aspect ratios
  • Use recommended image sizes
  • Test appearance across devices
  • Utilize available cropping and layout tools

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