How to create vertical timeline in Squarespace

HI there.

I was wondering if there was a non-commercial solution for creating a vertical timeline in SquareSpace? I have seen that there are some commercial options available, but also read in this forum about some of the problems with these plugins so I am looking for a homegrown solution inside SS that can be used.

Has anyone found a clever way to create one of these?

Thanks

Try this  or Codepen https://codepen.io/tag/timeline

Site URL: https://www.docsend.com/how-it-works/

I am looking for a custom code to create a vertical timeline similar to this one. https://www.docsend.com/how-it-works

On 8/21/2021 at 7:57 AM, Atif said:

Site URL: https://www.docsend.com/how-it-works/

I am looking for a custom code to create a vertical timeline similar to this one. https://www.docsend.com/how-it-works

You can find free code here & share url. We can convert it to Squarespace

Thank you. 

Hello everyone,

Could you please guide me how to insert this timeline from codepen inside a section?

https://codepen.io/miss_cluna/pen/KBeQRY

Thank you in advance!

2 hours ago, gab said:

Hello everyone,

Could you please guide me how to insert this timeline from codepen inside a section?

https://codepen.io/miss_cluna/pen/KBeQRY

 

Thank you in advance!

It requires to convert code into html and css. Then add these code in a code block on your site.

Here is my code for it

<div class="main-timeline">
    <h1 class="center">Responsive Vertical Timeline</h1>
    <ul class="timeline">
        <li class="timeline-item">
            <div class="timeline-content">
                <h3>Danish toffee marzipan chocolate</h3>
                <p>Sugar plum topping tootsie roll cheesecake gummi bears pie halvah. Gummies topping brownie marshmallow macaroon cotton candy. Marshmallow candy canes lemon drops wafer danish pastry cake dessert cupcake. Chocolate dessert chocolate cake bear claw icing toppinng.</p><button>Learn More</button>
            </div>
        </li>
        <li class="timeline-item">
            <div class="timeline-content"><img class="item-img" src="https://placeimg.com/640/200/any" />
                <h3>Danish toffee marzipan chocolate</h3>
                <p>Sugar plum topping tootsie roll cheesecake gummi bears pie halvah. Gummies topping brownie marshmallow macaroon cotton candy. Marshmallow candy canes lemon drops wafer danish pastry cake dessert cupcake. Chocolate dessert chocolate cake bear claw icing topping.</p><button>Learn More</button>
            </div>
        </li>
        <li class="timeline-item">
            <div class="timeline-content">
                <h3>Danish toffee marzipan chocolate</h3>
                <p>Sugar plum topping tootsie roll cheesecake gummi bears pie halvah. Gummies topping brownie marshmallow macaroon cotton candy. Marshmallow candy canes lemon drops wafer danish pastry cake dessert cupcake. Chocolate dessert chocolate cake bear claw icing topping.</p><button>Learn More</button>
            </div>
        </li>
    </ul>
</div>

<style>
  
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Amaranth|Source+Sans+Pro&display=swap');

 .main-timeline {
	 padding: 2em 0;
}
 .main-timeline h1 {
	 color: #61d4d7;
	 font-family: 'Amaranth', sans-serif;
	 line-height: 3em;
}
 .main-timeline h3 {
	 color: #fff;
	 font-family: 'Amaranth', sans-serif;
}
 .main-timeline p {
	 color: #fff;
	 font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif;
	 font-size: 18px;
	 font-weight: 400;
	 line-height: 1.4em;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline {
	 position: relative;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline:before {
	 background: #f1efef;
	 content: '';
	 height: 100%;
	 left: 50%;
	 position: absolute;
	 transform: translateX(-50%);
	 width: 4px;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item {
	 clear: both;
	 list-style-type: none;
	 padding: 0 30px;
	 position: relative;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:before {
	 background: #8ed6d6;
	 border-radius: 50%;
	 content: '';
	 height: 20px;
	 left: 50%;
	 position: absolute;
	 transform: translateX(-50%);
	 width: 20px;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item .timeline-content {
	 background: #8ed6d6;
	 border: 2px solid #8ed6d6;
	 padding: 1em;
	 width: 46%;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item .timeline-content h3, .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item .timeline-content p, .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item .timeline-content button {
	 margin: 20px;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(even) .timeline-content {
	 float: right;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(2):before {
	 background: #bea4ec;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(2) .timeline-content {
	 background: #bea4ec;
	 border: 2px solid #bea4ec;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(3):before {
	 background: #aec785;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(3) .timeline-content {
	 background: #aec785;
	 border: 2px solid #aec785;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline button {
	 background: #fff;
	 border: 2px solid #fff;
	 color: #656565;
	 font-weight: 500;
	 padding: 10px;
	 transition: all 0.3s;
}
 .main-timeline .timeline button:hover {
	 background: #fff;
	 border: 2px solid #656565;
}
 @media screen and (max-width: 968px) {
	 .main-timeline .timeline {
		 margin: 0 0 0 10px;
	}
	 .main-timeline .timeline:before {
		 left: 0px;
	}
	 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:before {
		 left: 0;
	}
	 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item .timeline-content {
		 margin: 2em 0;
		 width: 100%;
	}
	 .main-timeline .timeline .timeline-item:nth-child(even) .timeline-content {
		 float: initial;
	}
}
 
</style>

I change from the 'main' class  into 'main-timeline' in order not to make any conflict of Squarespace's standard block

Let me know how it works on your site

Support me by pressing 👍 if this useful for you

My testing on my own site

10 hours ago, bangank36 said:

My testing on my own site

Thanks a lot @bangank36 
You are awesome! 

The only problem I see is that the timeline nodes are shown offset from the vertical line to the right, and the vertical line itself is not centred between the boxes. Any idea how to fix it?

On 3/15/2022 at 10:26 AM, gab said:

Thanks a lot @bangank36 
You are awesome! 

The only problem I see is that the timeline nodes are shown offset from the vertical line to the right, and the vertical line itself is not centred between the boxes. Any idea how to fix it?

Try adding the following code to fix the issue

.timeline {
  padding-left:0;
}

Let me know how it works

My testing

On 4/13/2022 at 1:29 AM, bangank36 said:

My testing

Thank you very much, it works!!! 

I use the "Raleway" font family in my website. Could you guide me please how to install the font inside the code?

On 4/18/2022 at 4:06 AM, gab said:

Thank you very much, it works!!! 

I use the "Raleway" font family in my website. Could you guide me please how to install the font inside the code?

 

Try adding this to Design > Custom CSS

.timeline * {
	font-family: Raleway !important;
}

3 hours ago, tuanphan said:

Try adding this to Design > Custom CSS

.timeline * {
	font-family: Raleway !important;
}

 

Thank you but it doesn't work 😞

On 4/19/2022 at 5:56 PM, gab said:

Thank you but it doesn't work 😞

Can you share link to page where you added timeline? We can check easier

On 4/22/2022 at 4:14 PM, tuanphan said:

Can you share link to page where you added timeline? We can check easier

I found a work around, thank you!

Hey,

Here's an easy free tutorial that'll get you started on creating a classy, minimalist vertical timelines in Squarepace using the 7.1 Fluid engine and little CSS.

If you don't want to code yourself

If you don't want to tinker with CSS but want a well designed, responsive or even animated timeline, you could also take a look at this blog post about different types of vertical timelines and this (paid) Squarespace Vertical Timeline Plugin with multiple options, including turning a portfolio page to animated timeline.

Hey @GlynMusica I wanted to share that I’ve developed a Squarespace timeline plugin that might be of interest to you. Works on both versions (7.0 and 7.1)

The plugin is built with the Squarespace editor, so there’s no need for custom code. It’s user-friendly and designed to integrate seamlessly with your Squarespace site.

You can find the plugin here:

Vertical Timeline
https://squarestash.com/product/timeline-01/ and

Alternative Vertical Timeline
https://squarestash.com/product/timeline-02/

I hope this plugin can be a valuable resource for those looking to add a timeline to their Squarespace site. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance.

Screenshot of Vertical Timeline:



Screenshot of Alternative Vertical Timeline:


 

If you are looking for a way to add a timeline to your Squarespace site, you will love this Timeline Guide: https://squarestash.com/code/squarespace-timeline-guide/

It has four awesome timeline plugins for you to choose from, two of them are free and two of them are paid. Paid plugins are built with the Squarespace editor, eliminating the need for custom code. They work perfectly with the Squarespace editor and look amazing on your site.

I hope you find this guide and the plugins useful and fun. If you have any questions or need any help, just let me know. I'm always happy to help.

@Shadmon

Thank you soooo much for sharing that! I was trying to use some jquery that I purchased, but can't get it to work (and the developer isn't responding 😞 so I might have to set up a chargeback on my credit card).

You just saved me sooo much time and heart-ache, cause I was sooo excited for the timeline feature, and I wanted to finish my portfolio this week so I can start applying to jobs. 

Thank you, thank you!

@leeloolizzie330 You're very welcome! I'm thrilled to hear that the plugin was a timely solution for you. Best of luck with your portfolio and job applications!

I've created a simple solution to build a sleek timeline using the List Section in Squarespace—check out my video tutorial! 

CODE LINK: https://www.squarespell.co.uk/timeline-using-list-section

VIDEO GUIDE: https://youtu.be/LMNx4vpCIxM?si=y4313THs4iQV565Y