How can I create a webpage with two column sections where the left column section has a list of links that, when clicked, would display its content in the right column section?
To create a webpage with two column sections where the left column section contains a list of links that, when clicked, displays its content in the right column section, you can follow these steps in Webflow:
Create a new project: Open Webflow and create a new project or choose an existing one.
Add a container: On your empty page, drag and drop a container element. This will act as the outer wrapper for your two column sections.
Create the left column: Inside the container, add a div element and give it a class name (e.g., "left-column"). This column will hold the list of links. Set its width as desired.
Style the left column: Use the Style panel to set the background color, padding, or any other CSS properties you want for the left column.
Add a link list: Inside the left column div, add a link list element. You can find it in the Elements panel. This will create an unordered list (ul) where you can add your links.
Style the link list: Use the Style panel to customize the appearance of the link list. You can change the font styles, colors, and spacing to match your design.
Create the right column: Inside the container, add another div element and give it a class name (e.g., "right-column"). This column will display the content when a link is clicked. Set its width as desired.
Style the right column: Use the Style panel to set the background color, padding, or any other CSS properties you want for the right column. You can also add initial content to give it a placeholder appearance.
Wire up the links: Select the link list element, and in the Settings panel, you will find a section called "Link Settings". Here, you can choose what happens when a link is clicked. Select the "Open menu" option.
Add interactions: In the Interactions panel, create a new interaction. Select the link list element as the trigger element and choose the "mouse click" event. Then, add an action to affect the right column. For example, you can set the right column to display or hide when a link is clicked.
Customize animations: You can further enhance the interactions by adding animations to display the content in the right column smoothly. Experiment with different animations and transition effects to achieve the desired effect.
Publish your webpage: Lastly, publish your webpage by clicking the "Publish" button in the top-right corner of the Webflow Designer. You can then share the URL with others or embed it into an existing website.
With these steps, you can create a webpage with two column sections where the left column contains a list of links that, when clicked, displays its content in the right column.
Additional questions:
- How do I style the link list in Webflow?
- Can I have multiple link lists within the left column section?
- How can I make the right column section scrollable if the content exceeds its height?
