How can I prevent Webflow from adding numbers and letters to file names when accessing or downloading PDFs?

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September 22, 2023

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To prevent Webflow from adding numbers and letters to file names when accessing or downloading PDFs, you can follow these steps:

Rename the file before uploading it to Webflow: Before uploading the PDF file to Webflow, make sure to rename it to the desired name without any special characters or spaces. Keep the name concise and descriptive for better SEO.
Upload the PDF file to your Webflow project: From your Webflow Designer, navigate to the Assets panel (or click on the "+" symbol in the page tree panel) and click on the "Upload" button to browse and select the PDF file from your computer. Alternatively, you can simply drag and drop the file into the Webflow Designer.
Assign a class to the PDF link: In your Webflow Designer, select the element that you want to link to the PDF file (e.g., a button or text). Once selected, assign a class to the element by clicking on the "Settings" tab in the right-hand panel and entering a unique class name.
Add a link to the PDF file: With the element still selected, click on the link icon in the text editor toolbar or go to the Link settings in the right-hand panel. In the link settings, choose the "File" option and select the PDF file you uploaded earlier from the dropdown menu.
Customize the link settings: In the Link settings panel, you can choose the link type (e.g., download, open in a new window), set the link text or button label, and further customize the appearance and behavior of the PDF link.
Publish your Webflow project: After making the necessary changes and adding the PDF links, click on the "Publish" button in the top-right corner of the Webflow Designer to publish your website. This step is crucial as the changes will not be visible until the site is published.

By following these steps, you can prevent Webflow from adding numbers and letters to file names when accessing or downloading PDFs on your website. This will ensure that your PDF links have clean and user-friendly file names, enhancing the overall user experience and SEO optimization.

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