Is it normal for a dynamic list inside a Collection page template in Webflow to not have any sorting options?
It is normal for a dynamic list inside a Collection page template in Webflow to not have any built-in sorting options. By default, Webflow does not provide the ability to sort dynamic items within a Collection list. However, this can be achieved by implementing custom code or using third-party integrations.
Here are a few options to consider if you need sorting functionality for your dynamic list in a Collection page template:
Custom Code: You can use custom code to sort your dynamic list. This involves writing JavaScript to sort the data according to your preferred criteria. You can add this code to the Custom Code section of your Webflow project.
Third-Party Integrations: There are several third-party integrations that provide sorting functionality for dynamic lists in Webflow. One popular option is using the Mixitup plugin, which allows you to create sortable and filterable dynamic lists without writing any code. Another option is using a CMS with built-in sorting capabilities, such as Jetboost, which provides advanced filtering and sorting for dynamic content in Webflow.
Manual Sort Order: If your dynamic items have a specific order that you want to maintain, you can manually set the sort order within the Collection itself. By adding a numerical field or a dropdown field to your Collection, you can assign a sort order value to each item. Then, you can use this value to sort the items within your dynamic list.
While it would be convenient to have native sorting options within the Webflow CMS, these alternative approaches can provide the sorting functionality you need for your Collection page template. Choose the option that best fits your requirements and technical abilities to implement the desired sorting functionality.
Additional Questions:
- Can I sort dynamic lists in Webflow without writing code?
- How can I integrate third-party sorting plugins with Webflow?
- What is the best way to manually sort items in a dynamic list within Webflow?
