In this tutorial, we will learn how to edit a collection list in Webflow. Collection lists are a powerful feature in Webflow that allow you to display dynamic content from your CMS collections on your website. Whether you want to showcase blog posts, portfolio items, or any other type of content, collection lists make it easy to display and manage your data.
Step 1: Accessing the Collection List
To edit a collection list in Webflow, you first need to access the page where the collection list is located. Once on the desired page, locate the collection list element you want to edit. Collection lists are typically represented by a grid or list layout.
Step 1.1: Identifying the Collection List Element
Look for an element on your page that contains multiple items of the same type, such as blog posts or products. This element is likely to be the collection list you need to edit.2: Selecting the Collection List Element
To select the collection list element, simply click on it within the Webflow Designer canvas. This will bring up options specific to that element in the right-hand panel.
Step 2: Editing Collection List Settings
Once you have selected the collection list element, you can start editing its settings:
Step 2.1: Choosing a Collection
If you haven’t assigned a collection yet, click on “Choose a collection” in the right-hand panel and select one from your existing CMS collections.
Step 2.2: Setting Display Options
You can customize how your data is displayed within each item of your collection list by selecting different fields from your CMS collections and arranging them in the desired order. You can also choose how many items to display per row and adjust spacing between items.3: Styling the Collection List
Webflow provides various styling options for collection lists. You can change the layout, typography, colors, and more to match your website’s design and branding.
Step 3: Customizing Collection List Items
Each item within a collection list represents an individual piece of content from your CMS collection. To customize the appearance and content of each item:
Step 3.1: Selecting a Collection Item
Click on an individual item within the collection list to select it. This will bring up options specific to that item in the right-hand panel.
Step 3.2: Editing Item Content
You can edit the content of each item by selecting different fields from your CMS collections or adding custom content directly within Webflow.3: Styling Item Layout
You can further customize the layout and styling of each item using Webflow’s design tools. This allows you to create unique and visually engaging designs for each item within your collection list.
Step 4: Previewing and Publishing Changes
After you have finished editing your collection list in Webflow, it’s important to preview your changes before publishing them:
Step 4.1: Preview Mode
In the Webflow Designer toolbar, click on the “Preview” button to see how your collection list will appear on your live website.
Step 4.2: Publishing Changes
If you are satisfied with your edits, click on the “Publish” button in the top-right corner of the Webflow Designer to make your changes live and visible to your website visitors.
By following these steps, you can easily edit collection lists in Webflow and create dynamic and visually appealing content on your website.