How Do I Make My Site Title Bigger Squarespace?

To make your site title bigger in Squarespace, you have several options depending on your template and how much control you want over the specifics of the design. Below are the step-by-step instructions for various methods you can use:

Method 1: Adjusting Site Title Size through Style Editor

This is the most straightforward method and should work for most users, especially those using newer generations of Squarespace templates (7.0 and later).

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and select the website you want to edit.
2. Navigate to the Home Menu. Click on Design and then click on Site Styles.
3. A panel will appear on the right side where you can adjust various elements of your site’s design. Look for settings related to the Site Title. Sometimes you may find it under other headings, but it is usually labeled intuitively.
4. Adjust the Font Size: You should see a slider or a numeric value box that allows you to adjust the size of your Site Title. Slide it to the right to make the text bigger or enter a larger numerical value.
5. Preview your changes: While making adjustments, keep an eye on the live preview on the left side to ensure the changes look good.
6. Save your changes: After you are satisfied with the adjustments, click the "Save" button.

Method 2: Using Custom CSS

If you want more precise control over the font size or if the default options do not provide the necessary flexibility, you can add custom CSS.

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and select the website you want to edit.
2. Navigate to the Home Menu. Click on Design and then click on Custom CSS.
3. In the Custom CSS panel, you'll need to add a CSS rule for the site title. The exact CSS selector can vary depending on the template, but a commonly used selector looks like this: css .site-title { font-size: 2em; /* You can specify in px, em, rem, % etc., e.g., 36px, 2em */ }
4. Adjust the font size: Replace 2em with the desired font size. For example, you might use 36px, 3em, or another value that fits your needs.
5. Preview your changes: As you type, you should be able to see the changes take effect in real-time on the live preview.
6. Save your changes: Once you are satisfied with the new size, click the "Save" button.

Method 3: Adjusting the Mobile View

Site titles may look different sizes on mobile and desktop views. You might want to adjust the size specifically for mobile screens.

1. Follow the steps above to access the Custom CSS panel.
2. Add media queries to target different screen sizes. For example, you can add: css @media only screen and (max-width: 600px) { .site-title { font-size: 1.5em; /* Adjust size specifically for mobile */ } }
3. Adjust as needed: You can nest other media queries or make additional adjustments as needed.
4. Save your changes: Ensure you click "Save" after making your changes.

Considerations and Limitations

1. Template Variation: Different Squarespace templates may have different class names for the site title, so you may need to inspect the element using developer tools in your browser to find the correct class or ID.
2. Mobile Optimization: Always check how your changes affect both desktop and mobile views. Overly large titles might wrap or break on smaller screens.
3. Custom Code: Using custom CSS requires some understanding of CSS syntax. Errors in code might affect other site elements.
4. Backup: Always backup your site or note down original settings before making extensive changes, especially when dealing with code.

By following these comprehensive steps, you should be able to effectively increase the size of your site title in Squarespace in a way that suits your design preferences.