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Cover block

Last reviewed on December 19, 2025

The Cover block displays an image or video that you can add text and other content on top of — great for headers and other banner-style displays. Our guides will show you how to use the Cover block to give any page or post a sleek, professional look.

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Learn more about the Cover block

Add a banner to your site

Often referred to as a hero or banner image, the Cover block is used to add a large image, video, or text banner to your site. This guide will show you how to add a banner and select the image, video, or color to display.

Add content to a banner

You can add text, buttons, or other blocks on top of an image or video. In this guide, we’ll show you how to add and customize the content within your Cover block.

Style a banner

The Cover block includes options to style your banner. In this guide, you will learn how to add an overlay, adjust the aspect ratio, apply a border and shadow, and fine-tune the focal point.

Customize a banner’s layout

You can adjust the layout by changing the alignment, content position, and other settings. In this guide, we’ll show you how to customize your banner’s layout.

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