Adding Gallery Sections in Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Gallery sections display images in various layouts with captions
- Available in grid formats (simple, strips, masonry) and slideshow options (simple, full, reel)
- Support up to 250 images per section
- Can be added as new pages or sections within existing pages
- Customization includes layout changes, color themes, and animation effects
- Videos aren't supported in gallery sections
Gallery sections are designed to showcase collections of images in organized, attractive layouts. They're perfect when you need to display portfolios, product shots, or any image collection with optional captions.
Creating a Gallery Section
Head to the Pages panel in your Squarespace dashboard and click the '+' to add a new page. Choose 'Gallery' under Page Layouts to see the available design templates. Enter your page title and you're ready to customize.
Once your gallery page is created:
- Click 'Edit' to enter editing mode
- Use the image icon to add or modify images
- The pencil icon opens gallery style options like layout and color settings
- Hit 'Save' to apply changes immediately, or 'Exit' then 'Save' to finish editing
Adding Galleries to Existing Pages
To add a gallery section to an existing page:
- Open the page editor
- Select 'Add Section' and choose a gallery layout (marked with an 'i' icon for image-focused content)
- Be aware that placing a gallery as the first section might change how your site header displays
Styling Your Gallery
Within any gallery section, you can:
- Change the layout through the Gallery Type menu
- Adjust visual elements like spacing, caption displays, and image heights
- Set color schemes in the Colors tab to match your branding
Animation effects like fading or scaling can make images more engaging as visitors scroll through your content.
FAQs
Can videos be included in gallery sections?
Gallery sections support images only. Videos need to be added through video blocks or other section types.
Can I add blocks within a gallery section?
Blocks can't be added directly inside gallery sections, but you can place them around gallery sections on the same page.
What's the maximum number of images per gallery section?
You can include up to 250 images in a single gallery section.
Jargon Buster
Gallery Sections: Squarespace sections specifically designed to display multiple images in organized layouts
Auto Layout Section: Sections used for arranging text and interactive elements like buttons, different from image-focused gallery sections
Site Margin: The spacing boundaries around your site's content, which affects how wide gallery sections appear
Wrap-up
Gallery sections give you a clean, professional way to showcase image collections on your Squarespace site. The variety of layout options and customization settings mean you can create something that fits your brand and content perfectly. Whether you're displaying work samples, product photos, or event images, galleries help organize visual content in an engaging way.
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