How to Create Infinite Scroll in Blogger

In this blog post, we’ll learn how to create an infinite scroll page or template in Blogger, step-by-step, using simple and easy techniques.

Are you tired of the old-fashioned pagination style on your Blogger/Blogspot website? Infinite scrolling can give your blog a modern touch by continuously loading content as users scroll down, just like popular social media platforms. Let’s dive into the details!

Infinite scroll is a design technique where new content loads automatically as the user scrolls to the bottom of a webpage. It replaces traditional pagination, creating a seamless browsing experience. This feature is especially useful for blogs with a lot of posts, as it encourages visitors to stay engaged for longer.

Follow these steps to add infinite scroll functionality to your Blogger/Blogspot template:

1. Backup Your Template: Always create a backup of your existing Blogger template before making any changes. Go to **Theme > Backup/Restore > Download Theme**.
2. Edit HTML: Navigate to **Theme > Edit HTML** and locate the section of your code that handles pagination or loads posts.
3. Add JavaScript for Infinite Scroll: Insert the following JavaScript snippet before the closing </body> tag in your template:

<script>
  window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {
    let scrollHeight = document.documentElement.scrollHeight;
    let scrollTop = document.documentElement.scrollTop;
    let clientHeight = document.documentElement.clientHeight;
    if (scrollTop + clientHeight >= scrollHeight - 10) {
      loadMorePosts();
    }
  });

  function loadMorePosts() {
    let url = document.querySelector('.blog-pager-older-link').href;
    if (url) {
      fetch(url).then(response => response.text()).then(data => {
        let parser = new DOMParser();
        let doc = parser.parseFromString(data, 'text/html');
        let posts = doc.querySelectorAll('.post');
        let container = document.querySelector('.blog-posts');
        posts.forEach(post => container.appendChild(post));
        let pager = doc.querySelector('.blog-pager-older-link');
        if (pager) {
          document.querySelector('.blog-pager-older-link').href = pager.href;
        } else {
          document.querySelector('.blog-pager-older-link').remove();
        }
      });
    }
  }
</script>
        

In the above script:

• .blog-pager-older-link: Ensure this class matches the older posts link in your Blogger template.
• .blog-posts: Update this class to match the container where your posts are displayed.

Make sure the classes align with your template structure to ensure the script works seamlessly.

1. Preview: Save the changes and preview your blog to see the infinite scroll in action.
2. Debug: Use browser developer tools (F12) to check for any errors in the console and ensure everything loads as expected.

Adding infinite scroll to your Blogger blog can significantly enhance the user experience and give your site a modern feel. By following the steps above, you can easily implement this feature without any advanced coding knowledge. Try it out and watch your blog become more engaging for your visitors!