Is Webflow supposed to call the latest jQuery library automatically or does it need to be called manually?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Webflow automatically includes the latest version of jQuery in all its projects, so there's no need to manually include it. This means that you can easily leverage the power and functionality of jQuery within your Webflow site without any extra effort.

Webflow ensures that the latest stable version of jQuery is automatically included in your project for optimal performance and compatibility. By automatically including jQuery, Webflow enables you to easily add interactivity and dynamic elements to your website without having to worry about managing the jQuery library yourself.

Webflow's automatic inclusion of the latest jQuery library provides several benefits:

  1. Convenience: You don't need to manually upload or reference the jQuery library in your Webflow project, saving you time and effort.

  2. Compatibility: Webflow ensures that the automatically included jQuery library is the latest stable version, ensuring compatibility with other Webflow features and functionality.

  3. Optimized Performance: Webflow takes care of optimizing the inclusion of the jQuery library, so you don't have to worry about any performance issues or conflicts with other scripts.

Overall, Webflow simplifies the process of using jQuery in your website development by automatically including the latest version of the library, allowing you to focus on designing and creating beautiful and interactive websites.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I add custom jQuery code to my Webflow project?
  2. Can I use a specific version of jQuery in Webflow?
  3. Does Webflow's inclusion of jQuery impact the performance of my website?