Can I specify where the text should wrap on different devices using Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, you can specify where the text should wrap on different devices using Webflow. Webflow has a powerful feature called "Breakpoint Text" that allows you to control how the text wraps and displays at different screen sizes. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Select the text element: Start by selecting the text element that you want to control the wrapping on.

  2. Open the Styles panel: Once you have selected the text element, open the Styles panel on the right side of the Webflow interface.

  3. Click on the "+ Add" button: In the Styles panel, find the section labeled "Typography" and click on the "+ Add" button next to the "Text" property.

  4. Set breakpoints: After clicking on the "+ Add" button, a dropdown menu will appear with the available breakpoints. Webflow offers several predefined breakpoints based on commonly used device sizes, such as Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile. Select the breakpoint where you want to control the text wrapping.

  5. Modify the wrapping options: Once you have selected the desired breakpoint, you can modify the text wrapping options. By default, the wrapping option is set to "Wrap," which allows the text to wrap naturally. However, you can choose to change it to "No Wrap" if you want the text to remain on a single line without wrapping. You can also choose to add a custom number of characters per line by selecting the "Custom" option and entering a value.

  6. Repeat for other breakpoints (optional): If you want to control the wrapping behavior on other breakpoints, you can repeat steps 4 and 5 for each breakpoint.

  7. Preview and publish: After you have set the wrapping options for each breakpoint, you can preview your website in Webflow's Designer to see how the text wraps on different devices. Once you are satisfied with the results, publish your site to make the changes live.

By using Webflow's breakpoint text feature, you can have precise control over how your text wraps on different devices, ensuring a consistent and visually appealing experience for your website visitors.

Additional questions:

  1. How can I control text wrapping in Webflow?
  2. What is breakpoint text in Webflow and how does it work?
  3. Can I set different text wrapping options for different screen sizes in Webflow?