How can I fix the issue of hidden scroll bars that prevent scrolling in preview and publish mode in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To fix the issue of hidden scroll bars that prevent scrolling in preview and publish mode in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check the Overflow settings:
  • Select the element(s) that you want to enable scrolling for.
  • In the Style panel, under the Position section, make sure the Overflow setting is set to "Auto" or "Scroll". This will allow the element to display scroll bars when necessary.
  1. Adjust the height of the element:
  • If the content inside the element is larger than the height set for the element, it will cause the scroll bars to appear. You can increase the height of the element to accommodate the content by selecting the element and adjusting its height in the Style panel.
  1. Enable Scrollbars on the body element:
  • If the issue persists even after adjusting the Overflow and element height, it might be because the body element is preventing scrolling. You can enable scroll bars on the body element by following these steps:
    • Select the body element in the Navigator panel.
    • In the Style panel, under the Position section, set the Overflow setting to "Auto" or "Scroll".
  1. Publish and test:
  • Once you have made the necessary adjustments, publish your Webflow project and test it on different devices and browsers to ensure that the scrolling issue is resolved.

By following these steps, you should be able to fix the issue of hidden scroll bars that prevent scrolling in preview and publish mode in Webflow.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I adjust the height of an element in Webflow?
  2. What is the Overflow setting and how does it affect scrolling in Webflow?
  3. Why is the body element preventing scrolling in Webflow?