How can I change the text-shadow property of a child element using a Mouse Hover Interaction in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To change the text-shadow property of a child element using a Mouse Hover Interaction in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Select the parent element: In the Webflow Designer, locate and select the parent element that contains the child element you want to modify the text-shadow for.

  2. Add an Interaction: With the parent element selected, click the "+" icon in the Interactions panel, usually found on the right side of the Designer interface. Choose the Mouse Hover interaction.

  3. Choose the trigger: In the Interaction panel, you will see different trigger options for Mouse Hover, such as hover in, hover out, or hover in & out. Select the trigger that fits your specific needs.

  4. Add a new action: In the Actions section of the Interaction panel, click the "+" icon to add a new action. Select the "Affect different element" option.

  5. Select the child element: In the Affect different element dialog box, choose the child element you want to change the text-shadow property for. This will create a target field showing the selected child element.

  6. Choose the property: In the same dialog box, look for the "Text Shadow" property and type in your desired value or set of values. This can include color, offset, blur, and spread, as per your requirement.

  7. Enable the action: Once you've set the text-shadow property, click "Save" to enable the action on the child element.

  8. Preview and adjust: Now, you can preview your website and test the Mouse Hover Interaction on the parent element. Verify that the text-shadow property of the child element changes as desired. If necessary, you can go back to the Interaction panel and make further adjustments.

By following these steps, you can effectively change the text-shadow property of a child element using a Mouse Hover Interaction in Webflow.

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