Feed Layout and Grid Options
The layout settings control the overall shape and structure of your Instagram feed. With just a few options you can make your feed match your store's style — from a tidy square grid to a taller, more editorial look.
Choose a Layout Style
Drip Socials offers two layout styles:
- Squares — every post is displayed as a 1:1 square. This is the classic Instagram grid look and works well for uniform, balanced feeds.
- Tiles — posts use a taller 2:3 aspect ratio, giving a more portrait, magazine-style appearance.
Set Columns and Rows
The grid is defined by two numbers:
The total number of posts displayed is columns × rows. For example, 4 columns and 2 rows shows 8 posts. If you request more posts than are available, only the posts you have are shown.
Adjust Spacing
The spacing setting controls the gap (in pixels) between each post in the grid. A spacing of 0 creates a seamless, edge-to-edge mosaic, while higher values add breathing room between images. Choose a value that matches the padding and style of the surrounding section.
How It Comes Together
When your feed loads, Drip Socials builds a grid using your chosen columns, rows, and spacing, then fills each cell with your most recent posts in order. The layout style determines whether those cells are square or tile-shaped.
Tips
- Keep column counts sensible for mobile — very wide grids can look cramped on phones.
- Match the total post count (columns × rows) to how much of your feed you want to feature.
- Preview on both desktop and mobile after saving.
Next Steps
- Style the text and colors — see Feed Name and Text Styling.
- Show your profile — see Show Your Instagram Profile Header.