What is the purpose of the new multi-image field for CMS and Ecommerce in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Purpose of the new multi-image field for CMS and Ecommerce in Webflow

The new multi-image field for CMS (Content Management System) and Ecommerce in Webflow serves the purpose of providing greater flexibility and convenience for managing and displaying multiple images within your website or online store. This feature allows you to easily upload, organize, and showcase a collection of images associated with a specific item or entry in your dynamic content.

Benefit for CMS users:

  1. Efficient content management: With the multi-image field, content creators or editors can upload and manage multiple images related to a single item without the need for third-party plugins or complex workarounds.

  2. Enhanced visual storytelling: Whether it's showcasing a product's various angles, a portfolio's multiple shots, or a blog's image gallery, the multi-image field enables you to tell a more engaging visual story.

  3. Time-saving image management: Instead of having to create separate fields or entries for each image, the multi-image field allows you to group related images together. This saves time and effort when it comes to organizing and updating your site's content.

  4. Streamline image updates: When you need to make changes to the images associated with an item, the multi-image field allows you to easily replace or delete multiple images at once, reducing the need for manual, repetitive tasks.

Benefit for Ecommerce users:

  1. Comprehensive product imagery: The multi-image field enables you to showcase different product photos, such as front, back, and side views, close-ups, or images highlighting specific features or variations. This helps potential customers get a more comprehensive understanding of the product.

  2. Highlight product options: If your products have different colors, sizes, or variations, the multi-image field lets you associate specific images with each option. This ensures that customers see the relevant image when they select a particular option, improving their shopping experience.

  3. Bigger product galleries: By using the multi-image field, you can create larger and more immersive product image galleries, facilitating a visually impactful and engaging buying experience for your customers.

  4. Flexible merchandising: The ability to easily manage multiple images for each product in the Ecommerce platform empowers you to showcase merchandising concepts such as lifestyle shots, product combinations, or before-and-after images.

The multi-image field in Webflow's CMS and Ecommerce offers an intuitive and powerful way to manage, organize, and display multiple images. Whether you're running a blog, portfolio, or an online store, this feature provides a seamless way to enhance your website's content and visual appeal.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add a multi-image field in Webflow CMS?
  2. Can I customize the layout of the multi-image field in Webflow Ecommerce?
  3. Are there any limitations to the number of images I can upload using the multi-image field in Webflow?