5 Custom CSS Tweaks to Instantly Elevate Your Squarespace Site
Squarespace is known for its sleek templates and user-friendly interface—but sometimes, you want just a little more control. That’s where custom CSS comes in. With a few simple tweaks, you can add polish, personality, and precision to your site—without a full redesign.
Here are five CSS snippets that can make a big visual impact with minimal effort.
1. Add a Soft Shadow to Your Headings
Give your typography a subtle lift with a gentle text shadow. It adds depth and makes your headers pop, especially over light backgrounds.
css
h1, h2, h3 {
text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #8D9093;
}
✨ Pro tip: Adjust the colour to match your brand palette or use multiple shadows for a layered effect.
2. Create a Pressing Effect on Buttons
Make your buttons feel more interactive by adding a “pressed” animation when clicked.
css
.sqs-block-button-element:active {
transform: scale(0.95);
transition: transform 0.2s ease;
}
It’s a small detail, but it adds a tactile feel that enhances user experience.
3. Remove Hyphens on Mobile Text
Squarespace sometimes breaks long words with hyphens on smaller screens. This tweak keeps your text clean and professional:
css
h1, h2, h3, p {
hyphens: manual !important;
}
📱 Cleaner typography = better readability.
4. Customise the Horizontal Line Block
Want your horizontal rules to feel more intentional? Adjust their thickness and colour:
css
.sqs-block-horizontalrule hr {
height: 4px;
background-color: #333;
border: none;
}
This is perfect for breaking up sections with a bit more style.
5. Hide the Mobile Navigation Button (When You Don’t Need It)
If you’re using a one-page layout or a custom menu, you might want to hide the hamburger icon on mobile:
css
@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {
.header-menu-toggle {
display: none !important;
}
}
Just be sure your users still have a clear way to navigate!
Final Thoughts
Custom CSS is a powerful way to fine-tune your Squarespace site and make it feel truly yours. These tweaks are beginner-friendly but impactful, and they’re just the beginning.
Want help implementing these or tailoring them to your brand? I offer custom CSS support and design audits to help you get the most out of your Squarespace site. Let’s make your site not just beautiful, but brilliantly you.
