Is there a fix or setting in Webflow to prevent the entire site from shrinking within the browser when pinch-zooming?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, there is a fix in Webflow to prevent the entire site from shrinking within the browser when pinch-zooming. By default, when pinch-zooming on touch-enabled devices, most browsers adjust the website's viewport to fit the zoomed-in content on the screen, which can result in the website appearing smaller.

To prevent this behavior and maintain the original scale of the website when pinch-zooming, you can use the CSS min-zoom property. Here's how you can implement this fix in Webflow:

  1. Open the Webflow Designer and select the desired element (e.g., the body element) that you want to apply the fix to.
  2. In the Styles panel, click the "+" button next to the Default state to add a new style.
  3. In the selector field, enter the appropriate selector for the element (e.g., body).
  4. In the Style panel, click on the "+ Add" button to add a new style property.
  5. In the property field, enter min-zoom.
  6. Set the value of min-zoom to 100%. This value ensures that the website retains its original scale when pinch-zooming.
  7. Publish the changes to your Webflow site.

By setting the min-zoom property to 100%, you are essentially telling the browser not to adjust the viewport when pinch-zooming, and the website will remain at its original scale.

Using this fix, your Webflow site will no longer shrink when pinch-zooming, providing a better user experience for mobile users.

Note: Keep in mind that this fix works for touch-enabled devices that support pinch-zooming but might not apply to all browsers or devices. It's always a good practice to thoroughly test your website on various devices and browsers to ensure consistent behavior.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I prevent my Webflow site from shrinking when pinch-zooming?
  2. Is there a way to maintain the original scale of a website when pinch-zooming in Webflow?
  3. What is the CSS min-zoom property in Webflow, and how can I use it to prevent my site from shrinking during pinch-zooming?