Has anyone successfully implemented a feature in Webflow where a user-entered value from a search bar is stored in a variable and used in a Webflow API to retrieve a list of users?

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September 22, 2023

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Yes, it is indeed possible to implement a feature in Webflow where a user-entered value from a search bar is stored in a variable and used in a Webflow API to retrieve a list of users. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:

Set up the API: First, you will need to set up the Webflow API and obtain the necessary API keys. This will allow you to make requests to the Webflow API.
Design your search bar: In Webflow, design and style your search bar element using the Designer tool. You can add an input field and a button to submit the search query.
Create an interaction: Select the search button element and create a new interaction for it. Choose an appropriate trigger, such as on button click.
Add custom code: Inside the interaction panel, select "Add custom code". In the following script, you can write JavaScript code that will handle the API request and response.
Retrieve the user-entered value from the search bar using JavaScript.
Store the value in a variable.
Make an API request to fetch the list of users using the stored value in the appropriate API endpoint.
Handle the response data and display it on your webpage using Webflow's dynamic data.
Publish and test: Publish your Webflow site and test the search functionality to ensure that the user-entered value is properly stored, the API request is made, and the list of users is retrieved and displayed correctly.

By following these steps, you can successfully implement a feature in Webflow that allows users to enter a value in a search bar, store it in a variable, and use it in a Webflow API to retrieve a list of users.

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