Free
Fit check
Great for
Marketers showcasing products
Businesses displaying portfolios
Web designers looking for flexible media options
Version7.1
SetupEasy
Overview
Common Ninja's Card Slider widget shows a row of content cards that visitors swipe through, each with an image, heading, text and button.
What it does
- Cards with image, title, description and link
- Swiping, arrows and optional autoplay
- Card sizing, spacing and colour settings
- Built in Common Ninja's editor and embedded with a code block
Who it suits
Hotels showing rooms, agencies showing services, and shops or blogs featuring a curated set of items.
Honest caveats
Squarespace's list sections with a carousel layout cover a similar need natively. The free plan has usage limits and paid plans are billed yearly per widget, from $24 a year. It needs a Squarespace Core plan or higher.
Common Ninja’s Card Slider Widget assumes you already live in the Squarespace 7.1 editor and want clearer control over carousels, sliders, and rotating media. The copy points to touch-friendly swiping, timing and autoplay choices, and mixed media slides as the main levers.
Day-to-day, that usually means fewer workarounds in the Squarespace 7.1 UI: you stay inside familiar panels instead of stacking brittle hacks.
Check compatibility notes on the seller page—especially if you run Commerce, member areas, or heavy third-party scripts alongside Squarespace 7.1.
We summarize Card Slider Widget from public listing data—always double-check feature lists on the seller site in case Common Ninja ships updates.
Bottom line: useful if carousels, sliders, and rotating media is a real constraint for marketers showcasing stories, products, or portfolios, and touch-friendly swiping / timing and autoplay choices match what you’re trying to ship.
Day-to-day, that usually means fewer workarounds in the Squarespace 7.1 UI: you stay inside familiar panels instead of stacking brittle hacks.
Check compatibility notes on the seller page—especially if you run Commerce, member areas, or heavy third-party scripts alongside Squarespace 7.1.
We summarize Card Slider Widget from public listing data—always double-check feature lists on the seller site in case Common Ninja ships updates.
Bottom line: useful if carousels, sliders, and rotating media is a real constraint for marketers showcasing stories, products, or portfolios, and touch-friendly swiping / timing and autoplay choices match what you’re trying to ship.
What it does
- User-friendly interface within Squarespace 7.1
- Eliminates the need for hacks
- Focuses on marketers' needs
- Compatible with various media types
Full specifications
Specifications
Squarespace Version
7.1
Key Features
User-friendly interface within squarespace 7.1
Eliminates the need for hacks
Focuses on marketers' needs
Compatible with various media types
Eliminates the need for hacks
Focuses on marketers' needs
Compatible with various media types
Best for
Marketers showcasing products
Businesses displaying portfolios
Web designers looking for flexible media options
Businesses displaying portfolios
Web designers looking for flexible media options
Setup Difficulty
Easy
FAQs
FAQs
What does the Card Slider Widget do?
The Card Slider Widget enhances the functionality of carousels and sliders in Squarespace 7.1. It allows marketers to showcase stories, products, and portfolios with ease, incorporating features like touch-friendly swiping and customizable autoplay options.
Do I need coding knowledge to use the Card Slider Widget?
No coding knowledge is required to use the Card Slider Widget. It's designed for users of all skill levels, allowing you to create dynamic sliders and carousels easily through the Squarespace interface.
Will the Card Slider Widget affect my site's performance?
The Card Slider Widget is optimized for performance, but as with any plugin, it's good practice to regularly monitor your site's speed. Make sure to check compatibility with other scripts or plugins you may be using.
Can I remove the Card Slider Widget later?
Yes, you can remove the Card Slider Widget whenever you want. Simply go to your Squarespace settings and delete the plugin from your site. Your existing content will remain intact.
What kind of media can I use with the Card Slider Widget?
The Card Slider Widget supports mixed media, allowing you to use images, videos, and text within your sliders. This versatility makes it perfect for showcasing diverse content types in one place.
Is the Card Slider Widget compatible with Squarespace Commerce?
While the Card Slider Widget is primarily designed for Squarespace 7.1, compatibility with Squarespace Commerce and other features should be checked on the seller's page to ensure optimal functionality.