How can I add a sound intro to the background of my Webflow landing page when the logo pops up? Additionally, how can I include a button click noise when the enter button is clicked?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To add a sound intro to the background of your Webflow landing page when the logo pops up, and include a button click noise when the enter button is clicked, follow these steps:

  1. Prepare the sound files: First, you will need the sound files you want to use. Make sure the audio files are in a supported format such as mp3 or wav.

  2. Upload the sound files to your Webflow project: Go to your Webflow project dashboard and navigate to the Assets panel. Click on the "Upload asset" button and select the sound files from your computer. Wait for the upload to complete.

  3. Add the sound to the background of your landing page: Open the page where you want to add the sound. In the Designer, select the element that corresponds to your page background (such as "Body" or a section). In the right sidebar, go to the "Settings" tab and scroll down to the "Background" section. Here, you have several options to choose from:

  • Background video: If your sound is part of a video, you can use the "Background video" option to upload and configure your video file.

  • Background image: If your sound is standalone and not part of a video, you can use the "Background image" option. Upload an image or select an existing one, and in the advanced settings, you can link your audio file to the image using custom code.

  • Custom code: For more advanced options, you can use custom code to embed the audio file directly into the page background. Use the <audio> HTML tag and set the autoplay and loop attributes to ensure the audio plays repeatedly.

    Note: Autoplaying audio on websites can be disruptive and might negatively impact user experience. It's recommended to provide a clear option for users to control the audio, such as a mute button or volume control.

  1. Add the button click noise: To include a sound effect when the enter button is clicked, you can use the Webflow interactions feature. Here's how to set it up:
  • Select the button element on your page.
  • In the Interactions panel, click on the "+" button to create a new interaction.
  • Choose the "Click" trigger and select the button element as the trigger target.
  • In the "Action" section, click on the "+" button and choose the "Play Sound" action.
  • In the action settings, select the sound file you uploaded to Webflow.
  • Configure additional settings such as volume, looping, and delay if desired.
  • Preview your page, and when you click the enter button, the sound effect should play.

Remember to consider the user experience and accessibility when adding sounds to your website. Provide controls for users to enable, disable, or adjust the volume of the audio.

Additional questions:

  1. How can I add audio to a specific section of my Webflow website?
  2. What are the best practices for adding sounds to a website without being intrusive?
  3. Can I use external audio hosting services like SoundCloud or Spotify with Webflow?