Why does the base breakpoint width in Webflow change when toggling preview or opening the navigator?

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September 22, 2023

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When toggling preview or opening the navigator in Webflow, the base breakpoint width may appear to change. This phenomenon occurs because Webflow adapts its interface to provide a better overview of your website design and layout at different viewport sizes.

Here's why the base breakpoint width may change when using the preview or navigator in Webflow:

Viewport-specific styles: Webflow allows you to define different styles and layouts for various breakpoints or viewport sizes. When you toggle the preview or open the navigator, Webflow dynamically adjusts the interface to reflect the currently selected viewport size. This allows you to see how your design translates across different devices or screen sizes.
Viewport device presets: Webflow provides viewport device presets that simulate various popular devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. These presets come with pre-defined viewport sizes to give you an accurate representation of how your website will look on different devices. When you interact with the preview or navigator, Webflow adjusts the base breakpoint width to match the selected device preset, giving you a realistic view of your design.
Flexible layout grids: In Webflow, you can create responsive layouts using flexible grids that adapt to different viewport sizes. The base breakpoint width specifies the point at which the layout shifts from one defined layout grid to another. When you toggle the preview or open the navigator, Webflow adjusts the base breakpoint width to match the current viewport size, allowing you to see how your layout grid behaves at different breakpoints.

In summary, the base breakpoint width may change when toggling the preview or opening the navigator in Webflow to provide an accurate representation of how your design looks at different viewport sizes or device presets. This adaptability ensures that you can create responsive and visually appealing websites that work seamlessly across various devices.

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