How can I style the text that is typed into a form field in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To style the text that is typed into a form field in Webflow, you can use the Custom Code feature or the built-in styling options available in the Webflow Designer. Here are the steps to style the text:

Using the Custom Code feature:

  1. Select the form field element on your Webflow page.
  2. Go to the Settings panel on the right-hand side of the Designer.
  3. Under the Custom Code section, click on the "Add custom code" button.
  4. In the "Before " section, add a <style> tag to write your custom CSS.
  5. Inside the <style> tag, target the form field using CSS selectors such as the element type, class name, or ID.
  6. Apply the desired styles to the selected form field, such as font size, color, font family, etc.
  7. Save and publish your changes to see the updated styles on your live site.

Using the Designer:

  1. Select the form field element on your Webflow page.
  2. In the Styles panel on the right-hand side of the Designer, you can modify the various styling options specific to the form field.
  3. You can change the font size, font family, text color, text alignment, and other properties to style the text entered into the form field.
  4. You can also add additional styles using pseudo-class selectors like :focus to change the appearance of the form field when it is selected or being typed into.
  5. Preview the changes in the Designer and make further adjustments if needed.
  6. Save and publish your changes to apply the styles to your live site.

By following these steps, you can easily style the text that is typed into a form field in Webflow. Remember to experiment with different styles to create visually appealing and user-friendly forms that align with your website's overall design.

Additional questions:

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  • Is it possible to add custom validation messages to the form fields in Webflow?