Has anyone used a script in Webflow to limit the number of CMS items displayed based on the screen size breakpoint?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, it is possible to use a script in Webflow to limit the number of CMS items displayed based on the screen size breakpoint. This can be achieved through custom code using JavaScript. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:

  1. Identify the screen size breakpoint: Determine the size at which you want to limit the number of CMS items displayed. For example, you might want to display 4 items on desktop screens and only 2 items on mobile screens.

  2. Add a custom attribute to CMS items: In the Webflow Designer, select each CMS item and add a custom attribute with a unique class or data attribute. For example, you can add a class called "cms-item" to each CMS item.

  3. Write the script: In the Webflow Designer, go to Project Settings > Custom Code. In the Footer Code section, add the following script:

<script>    $(document).ready(function() {        // Get the screen size breakpoint        var breakpoint = 768; // Adjust this value according to your needs                // Hide CMS items based on screen size        function hideCMSItems() {            if ($(window).width() < breakpoint) {                $('.cms-item').hide(); // Hide all CMS items                $('.cms-item:nth-child(-n+2)').show(); // Show the first 2 items            } else {                $('.cms-item').show(); // Show all CMS items            }        }                // Initialize the function on document load and on resize        hideCMSItems();        $(window).resize(hideCMSItems);    });</script>
  1. Customize the script: Adjust the value of breakpoint in the script to match your desired screen size breakpoint. Also, modify the code inside the hideCMSItems function to display the desired number of CMS items based on the breakpoint.

  2. Publish and test: Save the changes, publish your site, and test it on different screen sizes. The script will limit the number of CMS items displayed based on the specified screen size breakpoint.

By following these steps, you can use a script in Webflow to limit the number of CMS items displayed based on the screen size breakpoint. This can help improve the user experience by adapting the content to different screen sizes.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add custom code to my Webflow site?
  2. Can I use CSS media queries to hide CMS items based on screen size in Webflow?
  3. Are there any limitations or considerations when using custom code in Webflow?