How Do I See Code in Webflow?

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When working with Webflow, it’s essential to be able to see and understand the code behind your designs. This allows you to have greater control over the details and make customizations as needed. In this article, we’ll explore different ways to view code in Webflow, so let’s dive in!

Using the Designer

The Webflow Designer provides a visual interface that allows you to create stunning websites without writing code. However, it also gives you the option to view and edit the underlying HTML and CSS.

To access the code view in Webflow:

  1. Open your project in the Webflow Designer.
  2. Select an element on which you want to view or edit the code.
  3. In the right sidebar, click on the Settings tab.
  4. Scroll down until you see the “Custom Code” section.
  5. Click on “Edit Code”.

This will open a new window where you can see and modify both HTML and CSS for that specific element. It’s a powerful feature that enables you to make granular changes when needed.

The Page Settings

If you want to view or modify the overall HTML structure of your page, you can do so by accessing the Page Settings:

  1. In the Webflow Designer, click on “Pages” located in the top-left corner.
  2. Select your desired page from the list.
  3. In the right sidebar, click on “Page Settings”.
  4. Click on “Edit Code”.

In this section, you can view and modify the HTML structure of your entire page. It’s useful for adding meta tags, linking external scripts or stylesheets, or making global changes that apply to the entire page.

The Exported Code

If you need to access the full code of your Webflow project, including all HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files, you can export your site:

  1. In the Webflow Designer, click on your project name in the top-left corner.
  2. Select “Project Settings” from the dropdown menu.
  3. Click on “Export” in the left sidebar.
  4. Scroll down until you see the “Export Options” section.
  5. Select “Export All Pages”.
  6. Click on “Export”.

This will generate a ZIP file containing all the code assets of your Webflow project. You can then extract the files and explore them using any text editor or code editor of your choice.

The Code Panel

If you prefer to view the code within the Webflow Designer itself without opening a new window, you can use the Code Panel:

  1. In the Webflow Designer, press Cmd + Shift + C (Mac) or Ctrl + Shift + C (Windows).

This will toggle open a panel at the bottom of your screen where you can see the HTML and CSS for the currently selected element. It’s a convenient way to inspect and make quick changes to the code while staying within the main interface.

Wrapping Up

Being able to see and work with code in Webflow gives you more flexibility and control over your designs. Whether it’s making customizations at the element level, modifying the overall page structure, exporting your project, or using the Code Panel, Webflow provides several avenues for accessing and manipulating code.

Remember, understanding HTML and CSS is essential when working with Webflow. So, don’t shy away from exploring code—it can unlock endless possibilities for creating beautiful websites!