How can I change the templates on Portofino to be RTL (Right to left) for Arabic websites?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To change the template of a Portofino website to be RTL (Right to Left) for Arabic websites, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open your Portofino website in the Webflow Designer.
  2. Navigate to the "Pages" tab in the left sidebar.
  3. Select the page where you want to enable RTL support.
  4. In the page settings panel on the right, click on the gear icon next to "Site Styles".
  5. In the "Site Styles" panel, scroll down until you find the "Languages & Fonts" section.
  6. Under "Languages & Fonts", click on the dropdown menu next to "Base direction".
  7. Select "Right to Left" from the options provided.
  8. Save your changes.

By changing the base direction to "Right to Left", you are instructing the website to apply RTL styling to elements like text direction, alignment, and padding.

It's important to note that changing the base direction alone may not be enough to fully support RTL languages, as certain elements like navigation menus, sliders, and forms might need additional adjustments to ensure proper RTL display. You may need to manually adjust these elements using custom CSS or by leveraging the built-in options within Webflow.

Additionally, be mindful of localized content and translations when designing for RTL websites. Consider factors like image alignment, text wrapping, and the position of elements to maintain a coherent and visually pleasing layout.

Remember to preview your changes on different screen sizes and devices to ensure a consistent experience across all devices.

Overall, by following these steps, you can easily configure the template of a Portofino website to be RTL for Arabic websites.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I change the direction of specific elements to RTL in Webflow?
  2. Are there any Webflow templates designed specifically for RTL languages?
  3. Can I set different default languages for different pages in Webflow?