Adding a share button to your website can greatly increase the exposure and reach of your content. In this tutorial, we will explore how to add a share button in Webflow, a popular web design platform that allows you to create stunning websites without coding.
Step 1: First, log in to your Webflow account and navigate to the project where you want to add the share button.
Step 2: Once you are in the Editor view of your project, click on the page where you want to place the share button. You can add it anywhere on the page, such as the header, footer, or within specific sections.
Step 3: To begin adding the share button, locate the HTML Embed element from the Elements panel on the right-hand side. Drag and drop it onto your desired location on the page.
Step 4: Now that you have added the HTML Embed element, double-click on it to open its settings. Within these settings, you can input custom HTML code for your share button.
Note: There are various ways to implement a share button using different services or social media platforms. In this tutorial, we will cover two popular options: AddThis and ShareThis.
AddThis
Step 5:
Go to AddThis.com and create an account if you haven’t already. AddThis provides free sharing tools that allow visitors to easily share your content across multiple platforms.
Step 6:
After signing up and logging in, click on “Get Started” and select “Inline Share Buttons”. Here, you can customize how your share buttons will look and which social media platforms should be included.
Step 7:
Once you have customized your settings, click on “Get the Code”. You will see a block of HTML code that needs to be added to your Webflow site.
Step 8:
Copy the HTML code provided by AddThis.
Step 9:
Go back to your Webflow Editor and paste the copied HTML code into the HTML Embed element that you added earlier. Save your changes.
Congratulations! You have successfully added AddThis share buttons to your Webflow site. Publish your site to see the share buttons in action.
ShareThis
Step 5:
Visit ShareThis.com and sign up for an account if you haven’t already. ShareThis is another popular sharing service that provides customizable share buttons for your website.
Step 6:
After signing up and logging in, click on “Get Started” and select “Website Sharing Tools”. Here, you can choose from different layouts, styles, and social media platforms for your share buttons.
Step 7:
After customizing your settings, click on “Activate” to generate the HTML code for your share buttons.
Step 8:
Copy the generated HTML code provided by ShareThis.
Step 9:
Return to your Webflow Editor and paste the copied HTML code into the HTML Embed element that you placed earlier.
Well done! You have now successfully added ShareThis share buttons to your Webflow site. Make sure to publish your site to see the share buttons live.
Adding a share button is a great way to encourage visitors to spread the word about your content. With Webflow’s flexibility and the integration of services like AddThis or ShareThis, you can easily provide users with a seamless sharing experience. Experiment with different button designs and placements to find the perfect fit for your website.