Have you encountered random extra text blocks appearing on your Webflow site inside collection items, and if so, have you found a solution other than recreating the whole element?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, I have encountered this issue before where random extra text blocks appear on a Webflow site inside collection items. Fortunately, there is a solution to fix this problem without having to recreate the entire element. Here's what you can do:

  1. Identify the problem area: First, you need to identify the specific collection item or element where the random extra text blocks are appearing. This will help you isolate the issue and focus on resolving it.

  2. Check for invisible characters: Often, these random extra text blocks are caused by invisible characters that can be accidentally added to the content. To check for invisible characters, you can use a text editor that shows special characters or copy the content to a plain text editor and inspect for any unusual characters.

  3. Edit the content: Once you've identified the invisible characters, remove them by editing the content in the affected collection item or element. Make sure to delete or modify the content where the random text blocks are appearing.

  4. Clear cache and refresh: After making changes to the content, it's important to clear your browser cache and then refresh the page to see if the issue has been resolved. This will ensure that you are viewing the updated version of the website.

  5. Test across different devices: To ensure that the random text blocks are no longer appearing, it's recommended to test your website across different devices and browsers. This will help identify if the issue persists in different contexts or if it's specific to a certain device or browser.

If you have followed these steps and the random extra text blocks still persist, it may be necessary to contact Webflow support for further assistance. They can help investigate the issue and provide additional guidance on how to resolve it.

Overall, by identifying and removing any invisible characters in the content, you should be able to fix the issue without having to recreate the entire element.

Additional questions:

  1. How do I identify invisible characters in Webflow?
  2. Is there a way to prevent random extra text blocks from appearing in Webflow?
  3. Can invisible characters affect the layout of my Webflow site?