Draggable Movable Blocks for Interactive Layouts

What You'll Create

Draggable blocks that visitors can move around the page like a digital moodboard. Using jQuery UI's draggable functionality, this technique transforms video blocks or list section items into interactive, repositionable elements. Perfect for portfolio presentations that invite exploration.

The Problem It Solves

Squarespace layouts are fixed—blocks stay where you place them. When you want to create an interactive experience where visitors can rearrange content (like dragging images around a moodboard), you need JavaScript. This technique adds that playful, explorable quality to your pages.

Perfect For

• Interactive portfolio moodboards

• Creative agency showcases

• Art gallery presentations

• Event or wedding inspiration boards

• Any design wanting visitor interaction

• Behind-the-scenes or process pages

What Makes This Different

The script leverages jQuery UI's draggable method with the stack option, ensuring the most recently moved item appears on top. A fade-in animation prevents layout shift on load, and the technique can target either video blocks (via section class) or list section items (via anchor link trigger). The CSS handles overflow and z-index properly for smooth stacking.

Details

• Section Type: Fluid Engine

• Code Type: CSS + JavaScript

• Prerequisites: jQuery UI library loaded. Section with video blocks or list items. Anchor link for targeting.

• Toolkit Title: Movable Blocks

Learn This Technique

This is one of 150+ code techniques taught inside Standout Squarespace, where you get:

• The complete, copy-paste code

• Video walkthrough explaining how it works

• The principles behind the technique so you can customize it

• Access to our private community for support