A template serves as the starting point for building a Squarespace site, offering a foundation for your website's design and functionality. Understanding how templates work is crucial for creating an effective website.

Version 7.1 vs. Version 7.0 Templates

Version 7.1:

• All templates share the same core functionality and style options
• No need to switch templates for different features
• Customizable through Squarespace Blueprint AI
• Unified template family system

Version 7.0:

• Fixed style settings and special features
• Template-specific limitations
• Features vary between template families
• Template switching may be necessary for different functionalities

Customization Options

Version 7.1 Customization:

• Page sections for content organization
• Comprehensive Site Styles panel
• Full design flexibility
• Section-specific style controls

Version 7.0 Customization:

• Template-dependent style options
• Preview and switch templates without content loss
• Limited customization based on template family

Technical Development

Templates are built using:

• HTML for structural elements
• CSS (with LESS preprocessor) for styling
• JavaScript for interactive features
• JsonT for data transformation
• JSON for content management

Template Updates and Maintenance

• Regular updates for browser compatibility
• Automatic platform improvements
• New features and design options
• Continuous optimization for performance

Key FAQs

Per-page Customization:

• Version 7.1: Individual section styling
• Version 7.0: Limited template-specific options

Version Migration:

• Possible to upgrade from 7.0 to 7.1
• Access to new features after migration
• Guided migration process available

Style Control:

• Pre-configured parameters for consistency
• Advanced modifications through code insertion
• CSS editing options for developers

Third-party Development:

• Exclusive in-house template design
• No third-party template marketplace
• Support available through Squarespace Experts

Templates are continuously evolved to meet modern web standards and user needs, ensuring all Squarespace sites maintain optimal performance and design quality.

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