How to Use Gallery Blocks: A Guide to Adding Image Galleries in Squarespace

How to Use Gallery Blocks: A Guide to Adding Image Galleries in Squarespace

By Michael Thompson

December 21, 2024 at 09:39 AM

Gallery blocks are powerful tools for showcasing images and videos in various layouts on your website. Here's how to use them effectively:

Supported Content Areas

  • Blog posts
  • Single events
  • Additional product information
  • Any content area that supports blocks

Note: Gallery blocks cannot be added to page sections, landing pages, portfolio subpages, or footers.

How to Add a Gallery Block

  1. Click an insert mark in a supported area
  2. Select "Gallery"
  3. Use Content tab to add media
  4. Use Design tab to customize layout

Adding Media Content

Images:

  • Drag and drop multiple images
  • Click uploader to select files
  • Search existing images via "+" icon
  • Add stock images through Search Images

Videos:

  • Supports YouTube and Vimeo URLs
  • Use embed codes for other services
  • Can add custom thumbnails
  • Enable "Use thumbnail" setting

Available Layouts

Slideshow:

  • Displays one item at a time
  • Supports autoplay
  • Navigation arrows optional
  • Customizable height

Three plates on light brown surface

Three plates on light brown surface

Carousel:

  • Horizontal scrolling display
  • Multiple items visible
  • Automatic scrolling option

Ceramic dishes on a wooden table

Ceramic dishes on a wooden table

Grid:

  • Even grid layout
  • Customizable spacing
  • Lightbox option

Ceramic assortment of dishes and cups

Ceramic assortment of dishes and cups

Stack:

  • Single column display
  • Full-width items
  • Minimal spacing

Clean Squarespace design with three rows of images

Clean Squarespace design with three rows of images

Customization Options

  • Image cropping and resizing
  • Title and description display
  • Click URLs for images
  • Lightbox settings
  • Navigation controls
  • Auto-play settings
  • Spacing adjustments

Mobile Optimization

  • Layouts adapt for mobile viewing
  • Two-column grid on mobile
  • Touch-friendly navigation
  • Responsive design adjustments

Tips for Best Performance

  • Limit galleries to 250 items
  • Optimize images for web
  • Use consistent aspect ratios
  • Consider page load times
  • Organize smaller galleries across multiple pages

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