How to Add CSS to Your Squarespace Website

Are you just getting started with Squarespace and wondering how to add custom CSS to your site? CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is a powerful tool that allows you to customize your website beyond the built-in design options. Whether it’s adding a unique font, creating a drop shadow, or customizing a header background, knowing how to use CSS can take your site to the next level.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through the basics of adding CSS to your Squarespace website, including where to find the CSS editor and how to use it.

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Why Add CSS to Your Squarespace Site?

Squarespace provides plenty of design flexibility, but sometimes you need to go beyond the built-in tools to achieve the exact look or functionality you want. Adding CSS allows you to:

• Customize elements: Tailor specific design elements like text, buttons, or headers.

• Add unique fonts: Use custom font files not included in Squarespace’s library.

• Create advanced designs: Incorporate effects like drop shadows, custom backgrounds, or animations.

Step-by-Step Guide to Adding CSS in Squarespace

Step 1: Access the CSS Editor

There are two easy ways to find the CSS editor in Squarespace, no matter how often the platform updates its menu layout:

1. Use the Search Tool:

   • Click the magnifying glass icon or press the forward slash ( / ) key on your keyboard.

   • Type “CSS” in the search bar, and the editor will pop up.

2. Navigate Through the Menu:

   • From the dashboard, go to Website > Pages > Website Tools > CSS.

Step 2: Add Your Custom CSS

1. Once you’re in the CSS editor, paste your CSS code into the text box.

   • For example, to add a drop shadow to a text block:

     /* Add a drop shadow to a text block */
     
     #block-id  {
     text-shadow: 4px 4px 4px 
      #FF6123;
     }

2. As you type, Squarespace will show real-time updates on your site preview. If there’s an error in your code (e.g., a missing closing bracket), the editor will highlight the mistake and let you know what to fix.

Pro Tips for Using the CSS Editor

1. Test Your Code: Preview your changes in real-time and test for errors before saving.

2. Start Simple: If you’re new to CSS, begin with small changes like adjusting font sizes or colors.

3. Back Up Your Work: Save a copy of your CSS code in a separate document in case you need to revert changes.

Wrapping Up

Adding CSS to your Squarespace website is easier than you might think, and it opens up a world of possibilities for customization. Whether you’re enhancing your site with drop shadows, custom fonts, or unique backgrounds, the CSS editor is your go-to tool.

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I'm Bryan, a Squarespace web designer and founder of Abound Web Design. I have worked with all types of businesses and organizations from preschools to publishing companies to chiropractic clinics and everything in between. If you want to discuss a potential project, you can email me at bryan@aboundwebdesign or get in touch with me here. Alternatively, you can book in a free 15-minute consultation call here.