How can I list all the posts on my Webflow category page instead of just 5 using nested collections and templates?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To list all the posts on your Webflow category page instead of just 5, you can utilize nested collections and templates. Follow these steps:

  1. Create a Collection for the category page:
  • In the Webflow Designer, go to the Collections panel.
  • Click on the "+" button to create a new Collection.
  • Give it a name, such as "Category".
  • Add fields that you need to display on your category page, such as title, image, or description.
  1. Create a nested Collection within the category Collection:
  • In the Collections panel, select the category Collection you just created.
  • Click on the "+" button to add a new field and select "Reference".
  • Choose the Collection that contains your posts (e.g., "Posts").
  • This nested Collection will allow you to associate posts with categories.
  1. Create a template for the category page:
  • Still in the Collections panel, click on the category Collection you created.
  • Click on the template tab and create a new template.
  • Design your category page template by adding elements like headings, images, or descriptions using the Designer.
  1. Add a list to display the posts:
  • In the template for the category page, click on the "+" button to add a new element.
  • Choose the "Collection List" element.
  • Set the collection to the nested Collection you created (e.g., "Category > Posts").
  • Design the appearance of the list by customizing the layout, styles, and interactions.
  1. Customize the list item:
  • Inside the Collection List, click on the "+" button to add a new element.
  • Choose the "Collection Item" element.
  • Design the content of the list item by adding elements like titles, images, or excerpts using the Designer.
  1. Adjust the settings for the Collection List:
  • Click on the Collection List element.
  • In the settings panel, specify how many items you want to display (e.g., "Limit: All" to display all posts).
  • You can also choose the sort order and any filters you want to apply.
  1. Style and customize your category page:
  • Use the Designer to style the category page elements, ensuring a cohesive look and feel with the rest of your website.
  • Apply custom interactions or animations to enhance the user experience if desired.

By using nested collections and templates, you can list all the posts on your Webflow category page, providing visitors with easy access to all relevant content within that category.

Additional questions:

  1. How do I create a Collection in Webflow?
  2. Can I have multiple nested collections within a parent collection in Webflow?
  3. What are the benefits of using nested collections and templates in Webflow?