What are the possible solutions for embedding an external HTML code with JS and CSS included inside to the custom code in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To embed an external HTML code with JS and CSS included inside to the custom code in Webflow, you have a few possible solutions:

  1. Custom Code Component:
  • Create a new Custom Code component in Webflow.
  • Copy and paste the entire HTML code, including the JS and CSS, into the component.
  • Place the component wherever you want it to appear on your web page.
  • Webflow will automatically render the code on your published site.
  1. Embed Element:
  • Add an Embed element to your web page in Webflow.
  • Copy and paste the HTML code into the Embed element.
  • Webflow will display a preview of the embedded content in the designer, and the code will be rendered on the published site.
  • You can customize the size and position of the Embed element using Webflow's styling options.
  1. Custom Code in the Head or Footer:
  • Instead of using a component or an embed element, you can also add the HTML code directly to the head or footer of your Webflow project.
  • Go to the Project Settings in Webflow, and select the Custom Code tab.
  • Paste the HTML code into either the Head Code or Footer Code section.
  • The code will be applied globally to all pages on your site.

Remember to be cautious when embedding external code, as it can potentially conflict with or override existing Webflow functionality. It's always a good practice to test and preview your site before publishing to ensure everything is working as expected.

Example:

Let's say you have an external HTML code that includes JS and CSS, and you want to embed it in a specific section of your Webflow web page. Here's how you can do it using the Embed element:

  1. In Webflow's Designer, navigate to the desired page and section where you want to embed the code.
  2. Drag and drop an Embed element from the Elements panel onto the section.
  3. Double-click the Embed element to open its settings.
  4. In the Embed Code field, paste the entire HTML code, including the JS and CSS.
  5. Customize the size and position of the Embed element using the settings available in the Webflow Designer if needed.
  6. Preview your site to see how the embedded code appears and functions.
  7. Publish your site to make the embedded code live.

Now, the external HTML code, along with its accompanying JS and CSS, should be embedded and functioning as intended within your Webflow project.

Please note that the terminology or interface in Webflow may change over time, so it's always recommended to refer to Webflow's official documentation or community for the most up-to-date instructions.

Additional questions:

  1. How do I embed external JavaScript code in Webflow?
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  3. What are some best practices for embedding custom code in Webflow?