How to Change Button Colors on Squarespace

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Buttons are an essential element of any website, guiding visitors to take specific actions such as signing up, making a purchase, or contacting you. Customizing the colors of your buttons allows you to create a cohesive and visually appealing design that aligns with your brand identity.

In this article, we'll explore two methods for changing button colors on your Squarespace website: using the Style Editor and applying custom CSS.

Method 1: Using the Style Editor

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and navigate to your website's dashboard.

2. Click on "Design" in the left-hand menu.

3. Select "Site Styles" from the options.

4. Scroll down to the "Buttons" section in the Style Editor.

5. Click on the button style you want to customize (e.g., Primary Button, Secondary Button).

6. Use the color picker to select your desired button color or enter the hex code of the color you want to use.

7. Click "Apply" to save your changes.

8. Repeat steps 5-7 for any other button styles you want to modify.

9. Click "Save" at the top of the Style Editor to apply the changes to your website.

Method 2: Applying Custom CSS

If you want more precise control over your button colors or need to target specific buttons, you can use custom CSS:

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and navigate to your website's dashboard.

2. Click on "Design" in the left-hand menu.

3. Select "Custom CSS" from the options.

4. Add the following CSS code, replacing the hex codes with your desired colors:

/* Change the background color of primary buttons */.btn.btn--primary {background-color: #YOUR_HEX_CODE_HERE !important;} /* Change the text color of primary buttons */.btn.btn--primary .btn__text {color: #YOUR_HEX_CODE_HERE !important;} /* Change the background color of secondary buttons */.btn.btn--secondary {background-color: #YOUR_HEX_CODE_HERE !important;}/* Change the text color of secondary buttons */.btn.btn--secondary .btn__text {color: #YOUR_HEX_CODE_HERE !important;}

1. Click "Save" to apply the custom CSS to your website.

Tips for Choosing Button Colors

• Choose colors that complement your website's overall color scheme and branding.

• Ensure sufficient contrast between the button color and the background color to make the buttons easily visible and readable.

• Consider using a primary button color for the most important actions and a secondary button color for less crucial actions.

• Test your button colors on different devices and screen sizes to ensure they look great across all platforms.

Conclusion

Changing button colors on your Squarespace website is a simple process that can significantly enhance the visual appeal and usability of your site.

By using the Style Editor or applying custom CSS, you can create buttons that align with your brand identity and guide visitors to take the desired actions.

Remember to choose colors wisely, considering contrast and consistency, to provide an optimal user experience for your website visitors.