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How Do I Make an Image Full Bleed in Squarespace?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 12:54 am

There are a few different ways to make an image full bleed in Squarespace.

One way is to add a custom CSS rule to your site. To do this, go to the Custom CSS editor in the Design tab of your site’s settings. Then, paste the following code into the editor:

img { max-width: 100%; }

This code will make all images on your site fill the width of their containers. Keep in mind that this may cause some images to appear stretched if they’re wider than their containers.

If you only want certain images to be full bleed, you can add a class to those images and then add a CSS rule for that class. For example, let’s say you have a class called “full-bleed”. You would add the following code to your Custom CSS editor:

.full-bleed { max-width: 100%; }

Then, you would add the “full-bleed” class to any images you want to be full bleed.

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with design terms, “full bleed” means that your image will extend to the edge of the page, with no border. It can be a great way to make a bold statement on your Squarespace website. However, if not done correctly, full bleed images can look messy and unprofessional. Here are a few tips to help you create beautiful, full bleed images on your Squarespace website:

1. Choose an image that is high quality and at least 1400px wide. This will ensure that your image looks sharp and doesn’t pixelate when it’s stretched to the edges of the page.

2. Crop your image so that it has clean lines and doesn’t include any unnecessary background elements.

3. If you’re using a photo, make sure the subject is centered in the frame and there is plenty of negative space around them.

4. When adding your image to Squarespace, select the “full bleed” option in the display settings.

5. Preview your page to make sure the image looks good at full size. If it doesn’t, try adjusting the crop or choosing a different image.

Another way to make an image full bleed is to use the Image Block. When you add an Image Block, you’ll see an option called “Constrain proportions”.

Turn this option off, and then you can resize your image without it being distorted. This is a good option if you want an image to fill the whole width of your page but don’t want it to be stretched.

You can also make an image fill the whole width of your page using the Gallery Block. Just select the “Masonry” layout option and all of your images will be full bleed.

Finally, some Squarespace templates have full-bleed image options built in. For example, the Bedford template has a “stacked” layout option that will make images full bleed.

Making an image full bleed is a great way to make it stand out and get noticed. With a little bit of code or some simple changes in your block settings, you can easily create full-bleed images that will wow your visitors.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.