How do I turn on a layout grid in Webflow for alignment and spacing purposes without affecting the webpage itself?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To turn on a layout grid in Webflow for alignment and spacing purposes without affecting the webpage itself, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open your Webflow project in the Designer.
  2. Click on the body element in the Navigator panel on the left-hand side.
  3. In the Style panel on the right-hand side, click on the "Add" button next to "Layout".
  4. From the dropdown menu, select "Grid".
  5. Once the grid is added, you can customize its properties in the Style panel. This includes setting the number of columns, column width, gap between columns, and grid alignment.
  6. To toggle the visibility of the grid, you can click on the eye icon next to the grid name in the Navigator panel. This will allow you to see the grid while working on your layout, but it will not be visible on the published website.

Using a layout grid can be beneficial for aligning and spacing elements in your design. It helps to maintain consistency and ensures that elements are properly positioned. By toggling the visibility of the grid, you can check the alignment and make adjustments as needed without affecting the actual webpage.

Note: The layout grid is only visible in the Designer, and it does not affect the published website. Additionally, the grid is only available for the body element, so it applies to the entire page layout.

By using layout grids in Webflow, you can achieve precise alignment and spacing while maintaining flexibility in your design. It's a helpful tool for designers and developers who want to create visually appealing and well-structured webpages.

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