In Webflow, how can I create a text field that pulls in data from a multi-reference field within a collection list?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To create a text field that pulls in data from a multi-reference field within a collection list in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Set up the multi-reference field:
  • Go to the "Collections" tab in your Webflow project.
  • Open the collection that contains the multi-reference field you want to use.
  • Create a multi-reference field or select an existing one.
  • Add the appropriate items to the multi-reference field.
  1. Create a collection list:
  • Go to the page where you want to display the text field.
  • Drag and drop a collection list component onto the page.
  • Select the collection that contains the multi-reference field from the dropdown.
  • Configure any filtering or sorting options if needed.
  1. Add a text field within the collection list:
  • Inside the collection list, drag and drop a text element onto the appropriate spot.
  • Select the text element and click on the field dropdown in the settings panel.
  • Choose the multi-reference field you created earlier.
  1. Set up the dynamic binding:
  • With the text element still selected, click the bind icon next to the field dropdown.
  • Select "Collection list" from the dropdown menu.
  • Choose the collection list that contains the multi-reference field.
  • Specify how you want the text to be displayed (e.g., the name, description, or any other field from the referenced items).
  • Style the text element as desired.

By following these steps, you can easily create a text field that pulls in data from a multi-reference field within a collection list in Webflow. This allows you to display related information dynamically and easily manage and update the content.

Additional tips:

  • Make sure you have properly linked the collection containing the multi-reference field with the collection list you're using on the page.
  • You can customize the layout, design, and styling of the collection list and text field using Webflow's visual editor.
  • Keep in mind that if an item in the multi-reference field is removed or the reference is updated, the changes will be automatically reflected in the text field within the collection list.

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