Looking to create an engaging image gallery on your Wix website? Maybe you're building a portfolio, showcasing products, or simply adding some visual flair to your site. The good news: adding galleries in Wix is fast and easy. In this guide, we’ll walk through the process step-by-step with simple instructions to help you get that gallery up and running.
Starting Your Wix Editor
To get going, the first step is to log into your Wix dashboard. Once you've logged in, click on Edit Site and this will bring up the Wix Editor, where you can design your site.
You’ll be editing directly on your website’s interface, so all the changes will happen live on screen. This is where you’ll add your new page and the image gallery.
Creating a New Blank Page
Next, go to the Pages and Menu section. This is where you'll manage your site's pages. If you want to create a new page just for your gallery—let’s say you’ve got a photo portfolio or product gallery—you’ll add it here.
Click Add Page: A window will pop up with different template options. You can use an existing layout, but for this tutorial, we are going to use a Blank Page.
Rename your new page: You can call it something simple like Gallery. It’s always a smart idea to choose a name that matches what’s on the page.
Set up SEO basics: Under Settings, make sure to update the name and URL for SEO purposes. You’ll want everything to match so search engines can find it easily.
Adding an Image Gallery
Now that your page is set up, let’s add the image gallery itself. You’ve got a few options here depending on how you want the gallery to behave—whether a basic grid or something more interactive like a slideshow.
Go to Add Elements: From the left side of the editor window, find the Add Elements section and click it.
Choose Gallery: A list of gallery options will appear. Think about the look you want. For this example, we’ll go with the Slider Gallery, which allows images to rotate without overcrowding the page.
Position and expand: Once the gallery is added, arrange it on the page how you need. You can click and drag to resize and reposition. The flexibility here is pretty nice.
Customizing Your Gallery
Now, let’s customize the images in your gallery. Wix provides some default placeholder images, but you’ll want to swap that out for your own content.
Change images: Click on the gallery itself and choose Change Images. This will open up a panel where you can replace the existing images with your own.
Upload your own images: If you have your images stored on your computer, click Add Image and upload them to Wix’s media library. You can select multiple photos at once which speeds things up.
Reorganize and delete: Don’t want one of the default images? No problem. Select it and hit delete. Want to change the order of images? Just drag and drop until they’re in the perfect arrangement.
Once you’ve uploaded and organized all the images, click Done to save your changes.
Preview and Final Adjustments
Before you publish your gallery, you’ll want to give it a good look to ensure it’s perfect.
Click Preview: This will show you exactly how your audience will see your gallery. If you chose the slider gallery type, click through the different images to make sure everything looks good.
Try full-screen mode: If your gallery allows for full-screen view, click to check how the images display in a larger view. This can help when resizing or making other adjustments.
If everything looks good, it’s time to get your gallery live.
Choosing the Right Gallery Type
Wix gives you control over the style of gallery you want to create. You’ll find several options that you can switch between if needed. Some common gallery types include:
Pro Gallery: Great if you want high customization and advanced settings.
Grid Gallery: A simple grid layout for easily browsing multiple images.
3D Gallery: If you want to showcase images with a little added flair and movement.
Each of these galleries has its own unique style, so pick the one that fits your website’s personality best. You can experiment with different layouts until you find the one that works for you.
Wrapping It Up
And there you have it! You’ve successfully added a beautiful image gallery to your Wix website. Whether showcasing photography, presenting products, or just adding some visual decoration, Wix has the tools to make it happen quickly. Experiment with different layouts and styles until you create that perfect look.
Adding galleries to a website can enhance user experience, and now that you've learned how easy it is to do with Wix, you're well on your way.
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