How can I create a CMS masonry collection list in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To create a CMS masonry collection list in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Set up the CMS collection:
  • Go to the CMS Collections tab in the Webflow Designer.
  • Create a new collection or select an existing one.
  • Add the necessary fields for your collection items, such as image, title, description, etc.
  1. Design the Collection List:
  • Drag and drop a Collection List element onto your page.
  • Connect it to the CMS collection you created in step 1 by selecting the appropriate collection in the settings panel.
  • Customize the layout of your collection list by adjusting the number of columns and the spacing between items.
  1. Design the Collection Item:
  • Inside the Collection List element, add a Collection Item wrapper by dragging and dropping it from the add panel.
  • Design the layout for each collection item using the desired elements, such as an image element, heading element, and text element.
  • Connect the elements to the CMS fields by using the Bindings panel, selecting the appropriate field for each element.
  1. Enable Masonry Layout:
  • Select the Collection List element on the canvas.
  • In the settings panel, enable the Masonry layout option.
  • Adjust the settings for the masonry layout, such as the maximum number of columns, minimum and maximum column widths, and the spacing between items.
  1. Style and Publish:
  • Style the collection list and items to match the design of your website.
  • Preview and test the masonry collection list in the Designer to ensure it looks and functions properly.
  • Publish your site to make the masonry collection list live on the web.

By following these steps, you will be able to create a CMS masonry collection list in Webflow and display your CMS content in a visually appealing and dynamic way.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I connect CMS collections to my Webflow website?
  2. Can I display CMS items in a grid layout in Webflow?
  3. What are the benefits of using a masonry layout for my collection lists in Webflow?