Can dynamic text be used in Custom Attributes in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, dynamic text can be used in Custom Attributes in Webflow. Custom Attributes allow you to add additional information or functionality to an HTML element. By incorporating dynamic text, you can create more interactive and personalized experiences for your website visitors. Here's how you can use dynamic text in Custom Attributes in Webflow:

  1. Identify the HTML element that you want to add a Custom Attribute to. This could be an image, a button, a link, or any other element.
  2. Select the element and go to the Settings panel on the right-hand side of the Designer.
  3. Scroll down to the Attributes section and click on the plus (+) button to add a Custom Attribute.
  4. Give your Custom Attribute a name. This could be anything you want, but it should be descriptive and relevant to the functionality you're adding.
  5. In the Value field, you can use dynamic text by clicking on the dynamic symbol ({{}}) and choosing the relevant content from your CMS or Collections.
  6. You can also use dynamic text by manually typing in the appropriate Webflow CMS tags or collection fields. For example, if you want to display the page title in the Custom Attribute, you can use the CMS tag {{page_title}}.
  7. Save your changes, and the dynamic text will be added to the Custom Attribute for the selected element.

Using dynamic text in Custom Attributes allows you to create more dynamic and engaging experiences for your users. You can display specific information, customize the behavior of elements, or integrate with third-party services by passing dynamic values through Custom Attributes in Webflow.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add a Custom Attribute in Webflow?
  2. What is the purpose of Custom Attributes in Webflow?
  3. Can I use dynamic text in Webflow CMS tags?