How can I make the "related articles" section in my Webflow blog pull in related articles based on category?

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September 22, 2023

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To make the "related articles" section in your Webflow blog pull in related articles based on category, you can follow these steps:

Categorize your articles: Make sure all your articles are properly categorized based on their topics or themes. This can be done by assigning category tags or creating a specific category field in your CMS collection for articles.
Create a template page for individual articles: In your Webflow project, create a template page for individual articles. This template will be used to display the related articles section.
Set up a dynamic list: On the template page, add a dynamic list element where you want the related articles section to appear. This dynamic list will be used to fetch and display the related articles.
Configure the dynamic list settings:

Choose the CMS collection that contains your articles.
Set the filters to only show articles with the same category as the current article's category.
Alternatively, you can also use other criteria such as tags or keywords to determine related articles.

Design the related articles section: Customize the design of the related articles section using Webflow's built-in styling tools. You can use columns, grids, or any other layout elements to display the related articles.
Link the dynamic list to the article collection: Connect the dynamic list to the article collection fields to pull in the relevant data for each related article. This can be done by dragging and dropping text or image elements into the dynamic list and binding them to appropriate CMS fields.
Preview and publish: Preview the template page to ensure that the related articles section is pulling in the correct articles based on category. Once you're satisfied, publish the changes to make them live on your website.

By following these steps, you can create a "related articles" section in your Webflow blog that dynamically pulls in and displays articles based on their category. This will help your readers discover more content related to the article they are currently reading, enhancing their overall browsing experience on your website.

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