Can anyone help me identify why the links on my website's sidebar, which display dynamic content from my blog posts, are not working when clicked in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

There could be several reasons why the links on your website's sidebar, which display dynamic content from your blog posts, are not working when clicked in Webflow. Here are some possible solutions to help you identify and fix the issue:

  1. Check if the links are properly connected: Ensure that the links in your sidebar are properly connected to the corresponding blog post pages. To do this, select the link in the sidebar, and in the right-side panel, under the "Link Settings" section, make sure the correct page is selected as the destination.

  2. Check the dynamic content binding: If your sidebar is displaying dynamic content, such as a list of blog post titles, make sure that the dynamic content binding is correctly set up. Select the element displaying the link, and in the right-side panel, check that the dynamic field is properly linked to the blog post collection.

  3. Verify the visibility settings: If you have any conditions or filters set for the dynamic content in your sidebar, double-check that they are not causing the links to be hidden or restricted from being clicked. Review the visibility settings both on the element itself and any parent elements.

  4. Check for conflicting interactions: If you have any interactions or animations applied to the sidebar or the links, make sure they are not conflicting with the click functionality. Disable any interactions temporarily to see if that resolves the issue.

  5. Test in different browsers: Sometimes, certain browser settings or compatibility issues can affect the functionality of links. Test the links in different browsers to see if the issue persists across all of them, or if it's specific to a particular browser.

  6. Review your site's custom code: If you have added any custom code to your site, particularly JavaScript code, it's possible that it is interfering with the link functionality. Review your custom code and check if there are any scripts that might be causing the issue.

  7. Consult Webflow Community and Support: If you have tried the above steps and the issue still persists, it may be helpful to seek assistance from the Webflow Community or contact Webflow Support directly. They can provide further guidance and support in troubleshooting the issue.

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