How can I add height: calc(100% - 40px); to an element in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To add the CSS property height: calc(100% - 40px); to an element in Webflow, you have a couple of options depending on your desired outcome and the specific element you want to style. Here are the steps to achieve this:

  1. Using the Style Panel:
  • Select the element you want to apply the style to in the Webflow Designer.
  • Open the Style Panel by clicking on the paintbrush icon on the right-hand side of the Designer.
  • Locate the "Height" property in the Style Panel and click on it to expand the options.
  • Click on the "+" button next to the "Height" property to add a new style rule.
  • In the "Value" field, enter calc(100% - 40px) to specify the desired height.
  • Press Enter to apply the style to the element.
  1. Using Custom Code:
  • Select the element you want to add the custom CSS to in the Webflow Designer.
  • Open the Settings Panel by clicking on the gear icon on the right-hand side of the Designer.
  • In the "Custom Code" tab, scroll down to the "Head Code" section.
  • Click inside the text area and add the following code snippet:
    ```html ```
    Replace .your-element-class with the appropriate class or ID selector for your element.
  • Click outside the text area to close the Settings Panel.
  • Publish or update your site to see the changes take effect.

These methods will allow you to add the height: calc(100% - 40px); CSS rule to an element in Webflow, helping you achieve the desired height for your element while subtracting 40 pixels from the overall height.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add custom CSS styles to an element in Webflow?
  2. Can I use mathematical calculations like calc() in Webflow to set element dimensions?
  3. What are the different ways to style elements in Webflow?