Copy & Paste Text

Why Copy & Paste a Text Element?

Here are some common use cases:

• Maintain consistency: Reuse headings, descriptions, or text styles across multiple sections of your page.
• Save time: Avoid manually recreating text elements when building similar layouts.
• Simplify adjustments: Quickly replicate and modify text elements to test different designs or content.

Now that you understand why this feature is useful, here’s how to copy and paste text elements in GemPages.

How to Copy & Paste a Text Element in GemPages

Step 1: Click on the text element you want to copy. 

Step 2: Copy the Text Element

You have two methods to copy the text element:

Method 1: Using Keyboard Shortcuts

• To copy:
  • On macOS, press Cmd + C.
  • On Windows, press Ctrl + C.
• Navigate to the desired location where you want to place the copied element.
• To paste:
  • On macOS, press Cmd + V.
  • On Windows, press Ctrl + V.

Note: If you want to copy and paste text without any unwanted formatting (such as styles from Google Docs or Word files), use the following shortcuts to clear the source formatting:

• On macOS: Press Cmd + Shift + V to paste as plain text.
• On Windows: Press Ctrl + Shift + V to paste as plain text.

Method 2: Using the Context Menu

• To copy:
  • Right-click on the text element.
  • From the context menu, select Copy Element.

• Move to the desired area where you’d like to paste the copied element.
• To paste:
  • Right-click in the destination area.
  • From the context menu, select Paste Element.

Step 3: Modify the element as you prefer.

For more details, check out our guide: Copy & Paste Section/Element.