Is it possible to have a div block's background color match the background color of the active collection item in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, it is possible to have a div block's background color match the background color of the active collection item in Webflow. Here's how you can achieve this:

  1. Create a Collection List: Start by adding a Collection List to your Webflow project. The Collection List will display all the items from your collection.

  2. Style the Collection List: Customize the style of the Collection List according to your design requirements. Set the desired background color for the active collection item in the Collection List.

  3. Add a Link Block: Inside the Collection List, add a Link Block for each item in your collection. This will allow you to link each item to its corresponding detail page.

  4. Style the Link Block: Customize the Link Block to match your design aesthetics. You can set a background color or any other styling properties you desire.

  5. Set the Current Page State: Select the Link Block and go to the Element Settings panel. Under the "Current" section, set the Current Page State to "Is" and choose the corresponding collection item page.

  6. Style the Active Link Block: Now, you need to style the Link Block when it is active. Go to the Styles panel and style the Link Block with a different background color to indicate that it is the active item.

  7. Bind the Collection List Items: Select the Collection List and go to the Element Settings panel. Under the "Items" section, click on the Bind field and choose the collection you want to use.

  8. Style the Div Block: Inside the Link Block, add a Div Block. This Div Block will act as the container for your content. Style it with the desired properties, including a background color if needed.

  9. Repeat for Each Collection Item: Duplicate the Link Block and Div Block combination for each item in your collection. Ensure that each Link Block is linked to its corresponding collection item's detail page.

By following these steps, you can have a div block's background color match the background color of the active collection item in Webflow. This can help in creating visually cohesive and user-friendly collection pages.

Additional questions:

  1. How can I create a hover effect for the active collection item in Webflow?
  2. Can I customize the font color of the active collection item in Webflow?
  3. Is it possible to add custom interactions to the active collection item in Webflow?