How can I make the tabs on my Webflow page activate the specific pane when hovering over them instead of clicking on them?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To make the tabs on your Webflow page activate the specific pane when hovering over them instead of clicking on them, you will need to use some custom code. Here's the step-by-step process to achieve this:

  1. Create the tab structure: Start by creating the tab structure using Webflow's built-in tabs widget. Place the tabs and the content panes inside a parent container.

  2. Assign custom class names: Give each tab element a custom class name by selecting it and adding a class through the class panel. Note down these class names as we will use them in the next step.

  3. Add custom code: Click on the Project Settings icon in the Designer's top-right corner, and go to the Custom Code tab. In the Head Code section, add the following code:

<script>    window.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => {        const tabs = document.querySelectorAll('.your-tab-class');        const tabPanes = document.querySelectorAll('.your-pane-class');        tabs.forEach(tab => {            tab.addEventListener('mouseover', () => {                const targetPane = document.getElementById(tab.getAttribute('data-tab-target-id'));                // Hide all panes                tabPanes.forEach(pane => {                    pane.style.display = 'none';                });                // Display the targeted pane                targetPane.style.display = 'block';            });        });    });</script>

Make sure to replace .your-tab-class with the class name you assigned to your tab elements, and .your-pane-class with the class name you assigned to your content panes.

  1. Save and publish: Once you have added the code, save your changes and publish your Webflow site to see the tabs activate the specific pane when hovering over them.

By following these steps and implementing the custom code, you can achieve the desired hover behavior for your tabs in Webflow.

Additional Questions:

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