Can a soft hyphen be inserted into text using Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, a soft hyphen can be inserted into text using Webflow. A soft hyphen, also known as a discretionary hyphen, is a special character that allows you to suggest a hyphenation point within a word. It is useful for preventing long words from breaking awkwardly at the end of a line.

To insert a soft hyphen in Webflow, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Webflow Designer and select the text element in which you want to insert the soft hyphen.
  2. Place your cursor at the desired hyphenation point within the word.
  3. Press Ctrl + Shift + - on Windows or Cmd + Shift + - on Mac to insert the soft hyphen character.

Webflow will insert the soft hyphen character at the specified location in the word. When the text is rendered on the website, the soft hyphen will only take effect if the word needs to be broken across lines due to lack of space.

It's important to note that not all browsers support soft hyphens. However, most modern browsers do, so it's generally safe to use them in Webflow. Additionally, using soft hyphens can have a positive impact on SEO, as it improves the readability and appearance of the text.