Does Webflow defer the loading of images when elements are hidden in interactions, or are all the images downloaded at the time of page load?
Webflow does not automatically defer the loading of images when elements are hidden in interactions. By default, all images on the page will be downloaded at the time of page load. This can impact the performance of your website, especially if you have large images or a lot of them on a single page.
However, there are a few techniques you can utilize in Webflow to improve the loading time of images when elements are hidden in interactions:
Lazy loading: Lazy loading is a technique that delays the loading of images until they are actually needed. This can be achieved by using JavaScript libraries or plugins, or by custom coding. Webflow has a built-in lazy loading option for images that are placed inside a div block set to overflow hidden. To enable this feature, select the div block, go to the Settings panel, click on the overflow dropdown, and select the "Hidden (Prevent scrolling)" option. This will automatically lazy load the images within that div block.
Custom code: If you want more control over the loading of images when elements are hidden, you can use custom code. By utilizing JavaScript, you can create specific conditions for when an image should load or be deferred. This approach requires some coding knowledge or assistance from a developer, but it gives you full control over the behavior of your images.
Interactions and image loading: When using interactions in Webflow, you can control the loading behavior of images by adjusting the trigger options. By default, Webflow will load all images at the time of page load, regardless of whether they are initially hidden or not. However, you can add a delay or a specific trigger point in your interaction to load the image only when it becomes visible. This can help optimize the loading time and minimize unnecessary image downloads.
In conclusion, while Webflow does not automatically defer the loading of images when elements are hidden in interactions, you can implement techniques like lazy loading or custom code to optimize image loading and improve overall performance.
Additional Questions:
- How do I enable lazy loading for images in Webflow?
- Can I use custom code to defer the loading of images in Webflow?
- Are there any built-in options in Webflow to optimize image loading for hidden elements?
