Are you looking to hide specific sections on your website when accessed on a mobile device? Webflow allows you to easily achieve this with just a few simple steps. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of hiding sections in mobile view using Webflow’s built-in features.
Why Hide Sections in Mobile View?
When designing a website, it is important to consider the user experience on different devices. Mobile devices have smaller screens compared to desktops, and displaying all the content that appears on desktop may not be ideal for mobile users.
By hiding certain sections or elements in mobile view, you can optimize your website for smaller screens, reduce clutter, and improve overall usability. This allows users to focus on the most important information without sacrificing functionality.
Step 1: Access the Designer
To begin, open your project in Webflow and navigate to the Designer section. Here is where you will make changes to hide sections in mobile view.
Step 2: Select the Section
In the Designer, identify the section that you want to hide on mobile devices. This could be any element or container that contains content you wish to hide.
Note: It’s important to give each section a class name if they don’t already have one. This makes it easier to Target specific sections with custom CSS.
Step 3: Open Responsive Settings
With the desired section selected, click on the “Responsive” icon located at the top of the Designer panel. This will open up responsive settings for that section.
Step 4: Customize Visibility
In responsive settings, locate the visibility options for different screen sizes – desktop, tablet, and mobile. By default, all sections are visible on all devices.
To hide the section on mobile view, simply click on the eye icon next to the mobile visibility option. The icon will turn grey, indicating that the section is now hidden on mobile devices.
Note: You can also choose to hide sections on tablet view if needed by toggling the eye icon next to the tablet visibility option.
Step 5: Preview and Publish
That’s it! You have successfully hidden a section in mobile view using Webflow’s responsive settings.
To preview how your website looks on different devices, click on the preview button in the Designer panel. If you are satisfied with the changes, don’t forget to publish your website for them to take effect.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have learned how to hide sections in mobile view using Webflow’s built-in features. By optimizing your website for smaller screens, you can enhance user experience and ensure that your content remains focused and accessible on all devices.
Remember to test your website thoroughly across various screen sizes and devices to ensure a seamless experience for your users. Happy designing!