How can I create a button for each category selected in a multi-reference field in Webflow that allows me to filter by category?
To create a button for each category selected in a multi-reference field in Webflow that allows you to filter by category, you can follow these step-by-step instructions:
Create a Collection: First, you need to create a Collection that will hold the categories you want to filter by. Each category will be represented as a separate item in this Collection.
Add a Multi-Reference Field: Next, add a multi-reference field to the Collection where you want to filter items by category. This field will allow you to select multiple categories for each item.
Design your Filter Buttons: Now, design your filter buttons in the Designer. You can use a Link Block or a Button element, and style it according to your preferences. For each button, you will need to create a separate element to represent each category. You can use a text element or an image element to do this.
Link your Buttons to Collection Pages: For each button, you will need to link it to a Collection page that displays the corresponding category. To do this, select the button, go to the settings panel, and choose "Link Settings". From there, choose the Collection page you want to link to and select the appropriate category from the dropdown menu.
Create Collection Pages: Now, you need to create Collection pages for each category. Go to your Collections panel, select the Collection you created earlier, and click on "Add New Collection Page". Choose the "Dynamic List" template and set the Collection to filter by the selected category.
Filter Collection Lists: To filter the Collection lists based on the selected category, you need to use the Collection list's filter settings. Select the Collection list element, go to the settings panel, and choose "Filter Settings". From there, select your multi-reference field and set it to match the current category.
Publish and Test: Finally, publish your changes and test your button filters. When you click on a button, it should take you to the corresponding Collection page and show only the items that are tagged with that category.
Note: These instructions assume you have a basic understanding of Webflow and its interface.
Additional Questions:
- How do I create a multi-reference field in Webflow?
- Can I filter items by multiple categories in Webflow?
- How can I customize the design of my filter buttons in Webflow?
