How can I make sure that my background images in Webflow grow with the width of the surrounding container without collapsing it to zero pixels?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To ensure that your background images in Webflow grow with the width of the surrounding container without collapsing it to zero pixels, you can follow these steps:

  1. Select the container: Identify the container or element that you want to apply the background image to. This can be a section, div block, or any other element you're working with in Webflow's Designer.

  2. Set the background image: In the Style panel, navigate to the Background section. Click the "+" button to add a background image. You can either upload an image from your computer or select an image from your Webflow asset library.

  3. Choose the background size: With the background image selected, you'll find various options to customize its display properties. To ensure the image grows with the container width, select the "Cover" option. This will scale the image to cover the entire container without distorting or cropping it.

  4. Adjust the other background properties: Customize the other background properties as per your preferences. You can set the position to center, top, or any other position, and adjust the background color and blend mode if desired.

  5. Publish and preview: Save your changes and publish your site. Preview it in a web browser to see the background image scaling with the container width.

By following these steps, you'll ensure that your background image in Webflow grows with the width of the surrounding container without collapsing it to zero pixels.

Additional Tips:

  • While the "Cover" option is most commonly used, Webflow offers other background size options like "Contain" (ensures the entire image is visible within the container), "Auto" (display the image at its original size), and more.
  • For more precise control over your background images, you can use custom code in the Designer or Webflow's custom CSS editor.

FAQs:

  1. How can I make the background image change size responsively in Webflow?
  2. Can I add multiple background images to a single element in Webflow?
  3. What's the most recommended image format to use for background images in Webflow?