How can I make the overlaying layer perfectly match the size of the image underneath while keeping the padding in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To make the overlaying layer perfectly match the size of the image underneath while keeping the padding in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Add a container: Start by adding a container element that holds both the image and the overlaying layer. This container will help maintain consistent padding around your content.

  2. Set the container's position: Within the Styles panel, select the container and navigate to the Position section. Set the position to Relative. This will allow you to position the overlaying layer relative to the container.

  3. Add the image: Drag and drop the image element into the container.

  4. Style the image: Adjust the size and padding of the image as required, using the options available in the Styles panel. Make sure to set the image's position to Relative as well.

  5. Add the overlaying layer: Add a new div block element inside the container, after the image. This will be your overlaying layer.

  6. Style the overlaying layer: Customize the overlaying layer by giving it a background color or image, and set the opacity to allow the image underneath to show through. Use the Styles panel to adjust the size and position of the overlaying layer.

  7. Match the size: To make the overlaying layer perfectly match the size of the image, make sure both the image and the overlaying layer have the same width and height values. You can manually set these values in the Styles panel, or you can use percentage values to make them responsive.

  8. Adjust the padding: To keep the padding around your content while maintaining the desired layout, adjust the padding of the container element. You can set the padding values in the Styles panel, or use classes to apply specific padding values to different containers.

By following these steps, you can create an overlaying layer that perfectly matches the size of the image underneath while keeping the desired padding.

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