Creating a vertical slide in Webflow can add a dynamic and interactive element to your website. Whether you want to showcase images, present content in a unique format, or create an engaging user experience, vertical slides can be an effective tool. In this tutorial, we will explore how to create a vertical slide using Webflow’s powerful design and interaction features.
Step 1: Setting Up the Structure
Firstly, let’s start by setting up the basic structure for our vertical slide. We’ll use HTML div elements as containers and apply CSS properties to create the desired effect.
To begin, create a new section on your Webflow canvas. Inside this section, add a div element with a unique class name – let’s call it “slide-container”. This div will serve as the container for our slide.
Next, we need to define the size of our slide. Apply CSS properties such as height and width to the “slide-container” class. You can also set overflow to hidden if you want to hide any content that exceeds the container’s dimensions.
<section>
<div class="slide-container">
</div>
</section>
Step 2: Adding Multiple Slides
If you want to have multiple slides within your vertical slider, you need to duplicate the “slide-container” div for each additional slide. To do this:
- Duplicate the “slide-container” div within your section element.
- Make sure each duplicated div has its own unique class name (e.g., “slide-container-2”, “slide-container-3”).
- Modify the content of each slide as per your requirements.
Remember to adjust the height and width of each slide container accordingly. This will allow the slides to stack vertically.
Step 3: Creating the Interaction
Now that we have our slide structure in place, let’s add some interaction to make it scrollable.
Open the Webflow Interactions panel and select your first slide container. Click on the “+” button to create a new interaction, and choose “Scroll Into View” as the trigger.
In the settings for this interaction, select the next slide container as the Target and set the animation duration. You can also add easing effects or customize other properties based on your preference.
Repeat this process for each slide container, creating an interaction that triggers when scrolling into view and Targets the next slide in sequence.
Pro Tip:
If you want to create a smooth scrolling effect between slides, consider using Webflow’s scroll animations feature. This allows you to add custom animations during scroll transitions, providing a more polished and professional user experience.
Step 4: Fine-tuning and Styling
Now that our vertical slides are functional, let’s add some styling to enhance their appearance.
- Apply CSS properties like background color, typography styles, padding, and margins to each slide container. This will help differentiate each slide visually.
- You can also add additional elements within each slide container such as images, text blocks, or even embed videos for more engaging content.
Take advantage of HTML styling elements like bold and underline to highlight important information within your slide content.
Lastly, don’t forget to preview and test your vertical slide on different devices to ensure it looks and functions as intended.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have learned how to create a vertical slide using Webflow.
By following these steps and utilizing Webflow’s design and interaction features, you can create stunning vertical slides that add a touch of interactivity to your website. Remember to experiment with different styles, animations, and content types to make your slides truly unique.
Now it’s time for you to unleash your creativity and start building amazing vertical slides in Webflow!