What should I do when I can't get the content in a menu to scroll on Webflow even though I have set the parent div to overflow: Scroll?

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September 22, 2023

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If you're facing difficulty getting the content in a menu to scroll on Webflow, despite setting the parent div to overflow: scroll, there are a few potential solutions you can try:

Check Element Structure: Ensure that the elements inside the parent div are properly structured. The parent div should have a fixed height and a layout set to either Flexbox or Grid. Additionally, check that the content inside the parent div is taller than the parent div itself, as scrolling is only enabled when the content overflows the container.
Verify Overflow Property: Confirm that the overflow property is applied correctly to the parent div. To enable scrolling, set the overflow property to scroll. You can apply this property either through Webflow's designer panel or by adding custom CSS code in the Page Settings > Custom Code section.
Inspect Conflicting Styles: Use your browser's developer tools to inspect the element and verify if any conflicting styles are preventing the scroll functionality. Look for any other CSS rules that may be overriding the overflow property you've set, or any styles that might be affecting the height of the parent div or its content.
Clear Cache and Publish: Sometimes, cached CSS or JavaScript files can interfere with the functionality. Clear your browser cache and republish your Webflow project to see if this resolves the issue.
Seek Community Support: If the problem persists, you can visit the Webflow Community Forum where you can describe the issue in detail and share your project's read-only link. The Webflow community is highly supportive and can help troubleshoot and resolve the problem.

Remember to save your work and preview your updates on different devices and browsers to ensure the scrolling functionality works consistently. By following these steps, you should be able to fix the problem and enable scrolling in your Webflow menu.

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