How do I set an indent in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To set an indent in Webflow, you can use the following steps:

  1. Select the element: Identify the element on your Webflow website that you want to apply the indent to. This can be a paragraph, heading, list item, or any other element where you want an indent.

  2. Open the element's settings: Double-click on the element or right-click and select "Open element settings" to open the settings panel for that element.

  3. Adjust the padding: In the settings panel, locate the section that allows you to modify the padding. Padding creates space between the content and the element's border. There are four values, each corresponding to the top, right, bottom, and left sides of the element. To create an indent, you will be adjusting the left padding.

  4. Set the left padding value: Increase or decrease the left padding value to create the desired indent. You can either type the value manually or use the up and down arrows to adjust it incrementally. For example, if you want a 20px indent, enter "20px" in the left padding field.

  5. Preview and fine-tune: Save the changes and preview your website to see how the indent looks. If necessary, repeat steps 3 and 4 to refine the indent until it meets your requirements.

By following these steps, you can easily set an indent in Webflow to enhance the overall design and readability of your website.

Additional questions:

  1. How do I adjust the padding in Webflow?
  2. Can I set different padding values for each side of an element in Webflow?
  3. Is it possible to create nested indents in Webflow?