Custom Carousel Arrow Icons

Code Toolkit
Written By Squarestylist Support

What You'll Create

Custom arrow icons for List Section carousels using CSS pseudo-elements to replace the default Squarespace arrows.

The Problem It Solves

Default carousel arrows are generic and don't match custom brand aesthetics. This technique replaces them with custom SVG icons.

Perfect For

Testimonial sliders, Featured content carousels, Product showcases, Team member sliders, Portfolio carousels.

What Makes This Different

CSS pseudo-elements with background-image properties replace default arrow SVGs while maintaining button functionality and accessibility.

Details

  • Section Type: Fluid Engine

  • Code Type: CSS

  • Prerequisites: List Section set to Carousel layout

  • Toolkit Title: Carousel List Section Arrow

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

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