How Do I Change the Form Button in Squarespace?

Changing the form button in Squarespace can involve several aspects: modifying the button's appearance, text, and functionality. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through this process:

1. Changing the Button Text

1. Navigate to the Form Block:
2. Open the Squarespace website editor and navigate to the page containing the form you want to edit.

3. Click on the form to bring up its editing options.

4. Edit the Form Block Settings:

5. In the form settings, locate the section for the button. This is usually under the “Storage” or “Advanced” tab.
6. There should be an option labeled something akin to “Button Text” or “Submit Button Text.”

7. Change the text to whatever you prefer, such as “Send,” “Submit,” or “Get Started.”

8. Save Changes:

9. After changing the text, make sure to save your changes either by closing the form block settings, which usually auto-saves, or by clicking a “Save” button if available.

2. Changing the Button Appearance (Style)

1. Access Design Settings:

2. Navigate to Design > Site Styles in the Squarespace editor.

3. Styling Form Buttons:

4. Scroll down to the section that pertains to forms and buttons. Depending on your template, this might be found under “Forms” or “Buttons.”

5. Here, you can style the button's background color, font size, text color, padding, and border radius. Adjust these parameters as needed to match your site's design.

6. Custom CSS for Advanced Styling:

7. For more granular control, add custom CSS. Navigate to Design > Custom CSS.
8. Enter your CSS code to override the existing styles. For example: css .sqs-block-form .form-button { background-color: #007BFF; color: #FFFFFF; font-size: 18px; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 5px; }
9. Note: CSS class names can vary depending on the template. You might need to inspect the element using your web browser’s developer tools to find the exact class name.

3. Changing the Button Functionality

1. Redirect on Form Submission:
2. In the form block settings, go to the “Advanced” tab.

3. Look for the option to redirect to a URL after the form is submitted. Enter the URL of the page you want users to be redirected to upon submission.

4. Integrate with Third-party Services:

5. Under the “Storage” tab, you can connect the form to various storage options such as Google Drive, Mailchimp, or email. Select the desired integration and follow the instructions to connect the service.

Practical Considerations

• Template Restrictions: Some templates might have limitations on customization. If you find that certain styles or settings are not changing as expected, it might be due to template constraints.
• Mobile Responsiveness: Ensure any styling changes are tested across different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile) to ensure the button looks and functions well on all screen sizes.

Conclusion

Changing the form button in Squarespace can be a straightforward process if you follow the correct steps. Whether you are simply changing the button text, adjusting its appearance, or modifying its functionality, Squarespace offers tools and settings to cater to most customization needs. For advanced styling and beyond-template capabilities, leveraging custom CSS can provide additional flexibility, though it's important to be cautious with code to maintain overall site stability and performance.