Build a Reusable Blog Post Layout on Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Create a draft blog post template that you keep unpublished
- Set up your standard layout once with placeholder content
- Duplicate this template for each new blog post
- Edit the duplicated version and publish when ready
- Saves time and keeps your blog posts consistent
Setting up a reusable blog post layout on Squarespace cuts down the time you spend formatting each new post. Instead of building from scratch every time, you create one template and duplicate it whenever you need a new post.
How to Set Up Your Blog Post Template
Start by creating your template draft:
Create the Template
- Go to your blog page in the Pages panel
- Click the '+' to add a new post
- Give it a clear title like "Blog Post Template"
- Add your standard elements: headings, text blocks, image placeholders, or any formatting you use regularly
- Use placeholder text for parts you'll change in each post
- Save as a draft but don't publish it
Design Your Standard Layout
Think about what stays the same across your blog posts. This might include:
- Your intro paragraph structure
- Standard headings or sections
- Image placement
- Call-to-action buttons
- Author bio sections
Add these elements to your template with placeholder content that's easy to spot and replace later.
Using Your Template for New Posts
Once your template is ready, here's how to use it:
Duplicate and Edit
- Go to your blog page and filter to show drafts
- Find your template post
- Duplicate it (this creates an exact copy)
- Rename the duplicate with your new post title
- Replace all placeholder content with your actual post content
- Publish or schedule when ready
Keep Your Template Safe
Your original template stays as a draft. Don't accidentally publish it or delete it. You'll use this same template for every new post.
Making Changes to Your Template
You can update your template anytime. Changes won't affect posts you've already published, but they'll appear in future posts you create from the template.
If you want to apply template changes to existing posts, you'll need to edit those posts manually.
FAQs
Can I have different templates for different types of blog posts?
Squarespace doesn't have built-in template variations, but you can create multiple template drafts. Just name them clearly like "Product Review Template" or "How-To Guide Template."
What happens if I accidentally publish my template?
No problem. Just unpublish it and it'll go back to being a draft you can duplicate.
Will my template work on both desktop and mobile?
Yes, Squarespace templates are responsive by default. Your layout will adapt to different screen sizes.
Jargon Buster
Template: A pre-designed layout you use as a starting point for new content
Duplicate: Making an exact copy of a blog post draft
Placeholder content: Temporary text or images that show where real content will go
Draft: An unpublished blog post that only you can see
Wrap-up
A reusable blog post template is one of those simple tricks that makes blogging much easier. Set it up once and you'll save time on every future post while keeping your blog looking consistent and professional.
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