Is it possible to add a custom class on each collection item in Webflow and target it in the interactions panel for specific animations?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, it is possible to add a custom class on each collection item in Webflow and target it in the interactions panel for specific animations. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Select the collection list or collection item that you want to apply the custom class to.
  2. In the right sidebar, click on the "Settings" tab.
  3. Under the "Custom attributes" section, click on the "Add attribute" button.
  4. In the "Name" field, enter "class" (without the quotes).
  5. In the "Value" field, enter the name of your custom class.
  6. Press Enter to save the attribute.

Now, each collection item will have the custom class applied to it, making it easy to target in the interactions panel. Here's how you can target it:

  1. Go to the interactions panel by clicking on the lightning bolt icon in the top right corner of the Webflow Designer.
  2. Add a new interaction or select an existing one.
  3. In the interaction panel, you'll see a dropdown menu labeled "Element(s)" that shows the element(s) you are targeting.
  4. Click on the dropdown menu and select "Collection Item".
  5. In the "Affect" dropdown menu, choose the specific property or properties you want to animate on the collection item.
  6. Customize the animation settings as desired.

Now, the selected animation will be applied to each collection item that has the custom class.

By using this method, you can create unique interactions and animations for each collection item in Webflow, enhancing the user experience and adding visual interest to your website.

Additional questions:

  1. How can I add a custom class to a collection item in Webflow?
  2. Can I target specific collection items for animations in Webflow?
  3. What is the interactions panel in Webflow and how can I use it to create animations for collection items?