“Full-Height”: The Full-Page Section That Changes The Way You Think About Web Design
Published by Incomedia in WebSite X5 News · Wednesday 18 Jun 2025 · 10:30
Ok, it might sound a bit technical, but don’t worry: the concept of full height is actually pretty simple, as well as very effective.
📚 Quick Glossary
Full Height A line that takes up the entire height of the device screen, automatically adapting to the browser window. It helps create spacious, impactful layouts — perfect for grabbing attention right away.
CSS Grid Layout A modern layout system that lets you divide the page into rows and columns, making it easy to build flexible, responsive structures without having to write complex code.
Flexbox A layout technique based on the dynamic distribution of elements along a row or column. It’s ideal for aligning content in a simple, adaptable way across all devices.
It’s a layout style where sections take up the entire height of the browser window, automatically adapting to the visitor’s screen. You know those modern, airy layouts where every section has space to “breathe,” with centered content and smooth scrolling, almost like storytelling?
That’s exactly what we mean.
It’s a design trend that became popular with the evolution of web design and CSS Grid Layout (yes, a quiet yet powerful revolution), and now you can use it with just a few clicks, no coding required, thanks to WebSite X5.
What’S A Full-Height Section And Why It Can Make A Difference
A Full Height section is, in a nutshell, a part of the page that takes up exactly the entire height of the screen. No matter what device your visitors are using, that full-height section will automatically adjust to fill all the space.
This type of layout has become popular thanks to modern technologies like CSS Grid and Flexbox, which make it easier to build dynamic, modular, and responsive pages. But beyond the tech side, there’s one main reason why it’s worth using Full Height sections: they instantly engage your visitors.
On the left: a traditional layout. On the right: a Full Height layout taking up all the vertical space and guiding the users’ attention right away.
Think about the effect:
- A centered image or strong message taking up the whole visible space
- No distractions, nor efforts for finding information
- An almost natural invitation to scroll down to continue the experience
In a world where every second counts, a well-designed Full Height section immediately grabs attention and guides users through the content in a smooth, intuitive, and... enjoyable way. And with WebSite X5, it’s even easier: thanks to the built-in use of CSS Grid, you can create professional layouts and Full Height sections without worrying about technical details, and without writing a single line of code.
📚 Quick Glossary
Benefits And Examples Of Usage Of The Full-Height
As we mentioned, full-height sections have a major strength: they grab attention right away.
When a user lands on a page and is greeted by a block that fills the entire screen — with a large image, a bold headline, and maybe a clear call to action — the impact is immediate. No distractions, no background noise: the focus is all there.
This type of layout works especially well when you want to:
- Highlight visual content (emotional images, full-width videos)
- Communicate a key message (e.g., a slogan, value proposition, promotional launch)
- Create an immersive, clean, and consistent experience from the very first scroll
Full-height sections are often used as hero sections, meaning the first block visible on a homepage or landing page. It’s the perfect spot to:
- Feature a striking background
- Add impactful text
- Encourage the user to take action (“Book now,” “Learn more,” “Start for free”)
The result? A website that looks more modern, professional, and engaging.
How To Create A Full-Height Element With Website X5
You don’t need any coding or programming skills to create pages structured in full-height sections with WebSite X5. The software uses the CSS Grid Layout and offers a set of user-friendly features: in this way, you will be able to get a full height layout in just a few steps.
Basically, once you start the project, you need to open the page you want to work on and access the window where you can work on the row style. Here, you can work directly on the grid, creating the row groups that will make up your Full Height sections. Once you’re done, you just have to activate the Enable Full Height view for all the rows of this Page option. Easy peasy.
With WebSite X5, you can work visually: activate full-height in a click and check out the result in real time before going online.
Once the function is active, you can customize the visual outcome with some useful, impactful options. For example, you can add a button at the bottom of each section that automatically scrolls the page to the next section. Alternatively, you can display a position indicator alongside the content blocks to help users navigate and understand where they are on the page.
With the local browser preview, you always have everything under control: make the changes you want, and if the result isn’t exactly what you had in mind, you can always go back and make adjustments.
💡 You want to learn how to get the most out of the Full Height effect with WebSite X5? Check out our guide, or check out the perfect functions to boost your project with WebSite X5.
When To Use (And When To Avoid) The Full-Height Layout
Enabling the Full Height option in WebSite X5 means choosing to structure the entire page into sections that each take up the full height of the screen. This type of layout is ideal for creating a strong, clean visual experience, where each block has its own space and naturally encourages scrolling.
It works particularly well for:
- Landing pages
- Portofolio home pages
- One-Page websites
- Any situation where you want to guide users with a precise, impactful visual rhythm
However, keep in mind that since each section will take up the entire screen, you need to carefully consider the type of content you want to include. If your page contains a lot of text or requires users to see multiple sections at a glance, the Full Height layout might not be the most functional choice.
It should also be used thoughtfully on mobile devices: on small screens, a Full Height layout might cause important information to fall below the fold (i.e., outside the initially visible area). That’s why it’s essential to test the result on mobile and make sure that each section immediately communicates the right message.
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Responsive Design: How To Manage Full-Height On Mobile
As we mentioned, using Full Height on smartphones requires a bit more care. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up on creating a strong visual impact: you just need to design the mobile version thoughtfully.
A well-designed Full Height layout keeps good readability and the visual outcome on any device by adapting it automatically to desktops and smartphones
With WebSite X5, you can easily manage how your pages behave on smaller screens, thanks to the built-in responsive customization options.
You have full control over:
- content alignment
- object arrangement
- background image adaptation
And you don’t need to write a single line of code: everything is done visually, with a real-time mobile preview, so you always know exactly what to expect.
A well-optimized Full Height section provides a consistent, clean, and professional experience on any device, while still maintaining its visual impact on mobile.
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Use Cases: Two Different Ways to Use Full-Height
The Full Height layout isn’t just an aesthetic choice. It’s a powerful and flexible tool for visual communication. With WebSite X5, you can use it in different ways, adapting it to your site’s style: from clean, minimal solutions to more dynamic, impactful presentations.
We’ve explored the potential of this layout across various templates, designed to highlight different approaches and creative styles. Here are two examples taken from the gallery of templates already included with the software:
Template Hair Stylist
An immersive and dynamic experience. In this template, full-height content sections flow one after another, with vertical indicators on the left guiding the navigation. The outcome is modern and engaging, perfect for who is seeking a strong first impression.
The Hair Stylist template included in WebSite X5 uses the Full Height layout to create an immersive experience, guiding users through the different sections with vertical indicators.
Template Fotograf
A more understated yet impactful style. In this case, there are no section indicators: a subtle button invites users to continue scrolling, preserving elegance and smoothness. Perfect for photo presentations, portfolios, or visual content where silence speaks louder than words.
The Fotograf template adopts a sober and elegant Full Height layout: each section takes up the entire screen and invites users to continue with a subtle button, perfect for visual portfolios.
These two examples show how Full Height isn’t a limitation, but a blank canvas to create a tailored experience: you can guide the eye, set a rhythm, suggest a path, all in a simple and visually clean way.
💡Check out more examples of Full Height layouts by exploring the WebSite X5 template gallery.
Full-Height And Seo: How To Improve Visibility And Usability
Although the Full Height layout is often associated with aesthetics, it can also play an important role in SEO and usability.
When well-structured, a full-height site not only improves navigation but also helps search engines better understand the content and users navigate the page more efficiently.
Here are three key aspects to focus on to maximize visibility and user experience.
Use Anchors For A Clear Navigation
When every section takes up all available space on the screen, using internal anchors can be helpful to allow users (and Google) to directly switch to the desired page sections.
For example: #services, #portfolio, #contacts
With WebSite X5, you can easily set an anchor on rows or objects, ensuring a smoother and “scannable” navigation.
Take Care Of Metadata
Every full-height page, regardless of the number of sections it includes, needs to have a well-optimized title and meta description.
Describe carefully:
- who you are
- what you do
- what this page offers
This helps Google better understand the content and improves the click-through rate for search results.
Add Interaction (Without Overdoing)
A website using Full Height sections can become more engaging if every block offers something to interact with:
- a button
- a link
- a form
- a clear CTA
This not only improves the user experience but also increases the time visitors spend on the page, a positive signal for SEO.
💡 In a nutshell: a full-screen layout can help you improve your communication with Google, provided it is structured clearly, interactively, and uses the correct metadata.
Why Use The Full-Height Layout On Your Website Today
Easy to activate, visually striking, and perfect for guiding navigation, the Full Height layout is a powerful tool both aesthetically and functionally.
Whether you want to create an immersive home page, an elegant landing page, or a portfolio site that speaks for itself, full-height sections give you a clean, organized, and engaging visual foundation.
And with WebSite X5, you don’t need to be a developer: just choose a suitable template, enable the Full Height option, and customize each section visually, with the freedom to go back and make changes whenever you want.
Your content deserves space. The Full Height layout is the right way to give it — with style, clarity, and full control.
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