In Webflow, why are the images in my gallery not aligning properly even though they are the same size?

Published on
September 22, 2023
  1. Incorrect settings for grid or flexbox: Check if you have set up your gallery using a grid or flexbox layout. If the alignment is not working as expected, it's possible that you have not configured the settings correctly. Make sure you have chosen the appropriate alignment options for your images within the grid or flexbox settings.

  2. Insufficient container width: If the container that holds your gallery is not wide enough to accommodate the images at their full size, they may not align properly. Ensure that the container has enough width to accommodate the gallery images without any overlapping or misalignment.

  3. Different aspect ratios of the images: If your images have different aspect ratios (width-to-height ratio) even though they are the same size in pixels, they may not align properly. This is because the images will have varying visual sizes due to the differences in their aspect ratios. To resolve this, consider cropping or resizing the images to have a consistent aspect ratio.

  4. Incorrect image resizing settings: Webflow has an image resizing feature that can automatically fit images within a specified container. If the resizing settings for your images are not properly configured, they may not align correctly. Check the image settings and ensure that they are set to fit or fill the container as needed.

  5. CSS rules overriding default alignment: It is possible that custom CSS rules or conflicting styles are causing the misalignment. Inspect the gallery and its surrounding elements using the browser's developer tools to identify any conflicting CSS rules. Remove or modify these rules as necessary to fix the alignment issue.

  • Use the Webflow Designer to adjust the alignment of images within your gallery easily. The Designer provides a visual interface where you can drag and position images precisely.

  • Always preview your changes in different device breakpoints to ensure that the gallery aligns properly across different screen sizes.

  • If you are using dynamic content or CMS collections, make sure the images have consistent dimensions and aspect ratios to avoid alignment issues.

  • Take advantage of Webflow's responsive design capabilities to create fluid galleries that adapt to different screen sizes.

  • Consider using CSS Grid or Flexbox layouts for more control over the positioning and alignment of your gallery images.

Three additional questions to help users find this answer:

  1. How can I align images in a gallery in Webflow?
  2. Why do my gallery images overlap in Webflow?
  3. What should I check if my images are not displaying correctly in Webflow?