What is the issue when trying to render a table on each CMS page in Webflow using an embed element and pulling from a plain text field in the collection?
When trying to render a table on each CMS page in Webflow using an embed element and pulling from a plain text field in the collection, you may face a particular issue. The problem lies in the fact that plain text fields in the Webflow CMS do not support complex HTML formatting, including tables. Therefore, when you attempt to use HTML code to create a table within an embed element, it won't render properly on your CMS pages.
To overcome this limitation and successfully render a table on each CMS page in Webflow, you can follow these steps:
Create a new collection field: Start by creating a new field within your CMS collection specifically for the table content. The field should be of the "Rich Text" type, which allows for complex HTML formatting.
Populate the table content field: In each CMS entry where you want to display a table, populate the newly created "Rich Text" field with the HTML code representing your desired table. Be sure to include all necessary table tags, such as
<table>,<tr>, and<td>, to structure your table properly.Update the embed element: Remove the current embed element that you are using to pull from the plain text field, as it won't work for rendering tables. Instead, add a new embed element to the desired location on your CMS template page.
Use dynamic data binding: Within the newly added embed element, use dynamic data binding to pull the content of the "Rich Text" field from your CMS collection. You can achieve this by selecting the "Insert Dynamic Data" button ({{}}) and choosing the appropriate field from the collection dropdown.
Style the table: Now that your table is rendering successfully on each CMS page, you can apply any additional styling to ensure it matches your site's design. You can use custom CSS or Webflow's built-in styling options to modify the table's appearance.
By following these steps, you will be able to render a table on each CMS page in Webflow, even if you're pulling data from a plain text field in the collection. Remember to utilize the "Rich Text" field type and dynamic data binding to overcome the limitations of plain text fields. Happy table building!
Additional Questions:
- How can I create a table in Webflow CMS?
- What is the difference between plain text and rich text fields in Webflow CMS?
- Can I use custom HTML in Webflow CMS collections?
