How can I stop a video from playing when closing a modal on Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To stop a video from playing when closing a modal on Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Set up your modal: First, ensure that your modal is set up properly on your Webflow website. You can use the built-in modal component or create your own custom modal.

  2. Add a video element: Inside the content of your modal, add a video element to display the video you want to stop playing. You can either use the Webflow video element or embed a video using custom code.

  3. Create interaction: To stop the video from playing when the modal is closed, you need to create an interaction. Select the modal element and go to the Interactions panel.

  4. Add a trigger: Add a trigger to the interaction that listens for the event when the modal is closing. You can choose from a variety of options, such as when the modal is clicked or when the close button is pressed.

  5. Add an action: Once you've set up the trigger, add an action that stops the video from playing. Look for the option related to your video element and choose the appropriate action to pause or stop the video playback.

  6. Preview and test: Preview your website and test the video playback by opening the modal and then closing it. The video should stop playing when the modal is closed.

By following these steps, you can ensure that the video stops playing when the modal is closed, providing a better user experience for your website visitors.

Additional questions:

  • How do I add a video to a modal in Webflow?
  • Can I embed videos from external platforms in Webflow modals?
  • Is it possible to autoplay a video when a modal is opened in Webflow?