What could be causing all posts to show on the category template in Webflow, even though the user has specified certain posts for each category?

Published on
September 22, 2023

If all posts are showing on the category template in Webflow, despite the user specifying certain posts for each category, there could be a few potential causes for this issue. Here are some possible reasons and solutions:

  1. Incorrect filters or dynamic list settings: Check the filters and dynamic list settings on the category template. Make sure the dynamic list is properly configured to display only the specified posts for each category. Double-check the filter settings and ensure that they are correctly targeting the appropriate categories and post fields.

  2. Missing or incorrect reference field: Verify that you have correctly set up a reference field on your posts collection to link each post to its respective category. Ensure that the reference field is properly associated with the category collection.

  3. Improper template settings: Verify that the category template is set up correctly. Make sure that the template is connected to the correct CMS collection and that the collection and list settings are accurate. Additionally, ensure that the template is using the correct dynamic content and bindings to display the desired posts.

  4. Incorrect URL structure: Ensure that the URLs for the category pages are properly structured and include the necessary dynamic parameters to display the specific category's posts. Double-check that the URLs are formatted correctly and that the category slugs are accurately populated in the CMS.

  5. Cache and indexing issues: Clear your cache and update the site's index in Webflow. Sometimes, caching or indexing issues can cause discrepancies between the CMS data and what is displayed on the live site. Clearing cache and updating the index can help resolve these issues.

Remember to save and publish your changes after making any updates to the website. If the above solutions do not resolve the problem, reach out to Webflow Support for further assistance or consider seeking help from the Webflow Community.

Additional Questions:

  1. How to set up filters and dynamic lists in Webflow?
  2. What is a reference field and how to use it in Webflow?
  3. How to troubleshoot caching issues in Webflow?