How Do I Make Content Full Width in Squarespace?

To make content full-width in Squarespace, you'll need to adjust the settings and perhaps apply some custom CSS depending on the version and template of your website. Below are step-by-step solutions for different scenarios:

General Steps for Squarespace 7.1:

1. Check the Template: - Ensure that your template supports full-width sections. Most templates in Squarespace 7.1 allow full-width content by default.

2. Create a Full-Width Section: - Log into your Squarespace account and navigate to the page where you want to add a full-width section. - Click on the "Sections" button to add a new section. - Choose a pre-designed full-width section, or create a blank section and add your content. These new sections should automatically stretch to the full width of the browser.

3. Adjust Section Width Settings: - Hover over the section and click the pencil icon to edit it. - Under the "Format" or "Design" tab (this may vary depending on the section and template), look for an option to make the section full-width. This could be a slider or toggle.

4. Use Block Settings: - Some content blocks (like images or code) may need to be set to full-width manually. - Click on the block to edit it. For images, click on the "Design" tab and set the image format to “Full.”

Using Custom CSS:

For more precise control, adding custom CSS can help make specific elements or sections full-width:

1. Navigate to the Custom CSS Editor: - Go to Design > Custom CSS in the Squarespace menu.

2. Add the CSS Code: - Enter the following CSS code to target the specific element you want to make full-width. For example, to make all sections full-width, you could use:

```css / Makes all page sections full-width /

page > section 
width: 100vw; margin-left: calc(50% - 50vw);

/ Adjust padding and margins if necessary / .section-inner

3. Target Specific Sections (Optional): - For more granular control, target specific sections by their unique classes or IDs.

```css / Makes a specific section full-width /

my-section-id 
width: 100vw; margin-left: calc(50% - 50vw);

Squarespace 7.0 Considerations:

1. Template Limitations: - Some older templates in Squarespace 7.0 don't support full-width sections naturally. You might need to switch to a newer template or employ more advanced custom CSS methods.

2. Custom CSS: - As above, adding custom CSS can help make specific sections full-width if your template does not support it by default. For instance:

```css / Example for making content full-width in Squarespace 7.0 / .full-width

/ Example: Targeting a specific section by its ID /

block-id 
width: 100vw; margin-left: -50vw; padding: 0;

3. Custom Code Blocks: - If using Code Blocks, you may need to manually handle width/settings within the HTML/CSS you input. For instance:

Practical Considerations:

  1. Responsiveness: Ensure any changes you make retain mobile responsiveness. Test across devices to confirm content scales correctly.
  2. Browser Compatibility: Confirm that custom CSS methods work across different browsers.
  3. SEO and Accessibility: Avoid changes that could negatively impact your site's SEO or accessibility. Ensure all content remains readable and accessible.

In conclusion, making content full-width in Squarespace mainly involves leveraging the platform's design settings, and where necessary, enhancing with custom CSS. Always preview and test changes across various devices to ensure a seamless experience for all users.