FLUID ENGINE

Squarespace has introduced a novel drag-and-drop editor to facilitate the arrangement of content on selected website pages.

The new page design system, Fluid Engine, resolves feedback from customers who have experienced confusion when navigating through the platform's previous page layout options, specifically 'spacers'. This formerly established method has been renamed as the 'Classic Editor' by Squarespace, which is also still available on the platform for those who do not want to make the leap just yet.

Fluid Engine functionality is limited to page layout design. Many core Squarespace features remain unaffected, including page creation, menu arrangement, site-wide design customisation, hyperlink generation, image uploading and form configuration. The Squarespace blog editor is another feature that still uses the Classic Editor.

HERE ARE THREE MAIN BENEFITS OF FLUID ENGINE IN SQUARESPACE:

Ease of Use: Fluid Engine is designed to be more intuitive and user-friendly than the previous page layout options. With drag-and-drop functionality and an improved interface, users can create and modify page layouts more quickly and efficiently.

Consistency and Flexibility: Fluid Engine allows for greater consistency and flexibility in page layout design, helping users to maintain a cohesive look and feel across multiple pages on their site. The 24-column grid system (an upgrade on the 12-column grid in the classic editor) gives designers greater control over the placement and sizing of page elements, allowing for highly customisable layouts.

Time-Saving: With the ability to save favourite section designs, users can quickly add sections to their pages without having to recreate them from scratch, saving time and effort. This feature benefits those frequently using specific design elements, enabling them to maintain a cohesive design and save time on repetitive tasks