How to Move Collection Items in Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Move collection items between pages of the same type on your Squarespace site
- Categories may be lost when moving items, but tags are generally retained
- Drag and drop method can reorder pages but can't move items across different types of pages
- Transferring content between different Squarespace sites isn't possible
You can organise your Squarespace site by transferring collection items like blog posts, products, and event details between pages of the same type. This method simplifies content management without the need to recreate or consolidate pages.
Types of Transferable Content
Blog: You can move posts between different blogs.
Events: Event details can be transferred between various event pages.
Products: Move store products between different shop pages.
Videos: Transfer video content between video pages.
Note that while tags will follow the transferred products, categories specific to each collection type will not.
Restrictions to Keep in Mind
You cannot transfer content between layout pages or portfolio pages. Moving images between auto layouts or galleries doesn't work – instead, reuse the images. It's not possible to transpose content between separate Squarespace sites or across different collection types not mentioned.
How to Move Items
To move single or multiple items to a different page:
- Open the Pages panel in your Squarespace dashboard
- Navigate and click on the collection page with the items you want to move
- For products and videos, you might need to select a specific category, or choose All to display all items
- Select the item(s) by clicking the checkbox next to each. Use Select All for bulk actions
- At the bottom, click Move… (This appears only if other pages of the same type are available)
- In the pop-up, choose your destination collection and confirm by clicking Move items
Always double-check if you are in the correct category before you start moving items to avoid misplaced content.
FAQs
Can I move collection items between different collection types in Squarespace?
No, items can only be moved between collection pages of the same type like store to store or blog to blog.
What happens to the categories when I move products between shop pages?
Categories do not follow products when they are moved – however, tags remain intact.
Is it feasible to shift images across various layouts within Squarespace?
Shifting images between different layout types isn't supported. It's recommended to reuse images where needed.
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Collection Items: These are elements like blogs, products, events, and videos that belong to a collection on your website.
Tags: Labels attached to your collection items to enhance searchability and organisation.
Move… Button: Found in the Pages panel, this function initiates the transfer of selected items to another page.
Wrap-up
Moving collection items within your Squarespace website can streamline content organisation and management, especially useful for dynamic sites like blogs or online stores. Just keep in mind that certain types of content, like images and layout-specific elements, have restrictions. If you follow the steps outlined, you'll be able to rearrange your content effectively, keeping your site fresh and well-organised.
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