Why is the section part showing up blank when trying to create section links in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

When creating section links in Webflow, it can be frustrating to encounter a blank section when previewing or publishing your site. This issue is usually caused by a few common reasons:

  1. Empty Content: Ensure that the section you are trying to link to has content within it. If the section is empty, it may not be visible on the page. Add some content, such as text or images, to the section.

  2. Hidden or Transparent Background: If the section has a hidden or transparent background, it may appear blank. Double-check the section's settings to make sure the background is visible. Adjust the background color or image opacity if necessary.

  3. No Fixing: For the section link to work correctly, the section must have a defined "Fixing" setting. Confirm that "Fixing" is set to one of the available options: None, Top, Bottom, or Both. This setting allows the section to be anchored in place when scrolling.

  4. Overflow Hidden: If the section has the "Overflow" property set to "Hidden," it may prevent the content from being visible. Change the "Overflow" property to "Visible" to ensure the content can be seen.

  5. Z-Index: Check that the section doesn't have a low z-index value. If the section has a lower z-index than other elements on the page, it can appear as if the section is blank. Adjust the z-index value to bring the section to the forefront.

  6. Hidden Section: It is essential to ensure that the section itself is not set to hidden or display:none. If this is the case, the section will not be visible, and it will appear blank.

To fix the issue of a blank section while creating section links in Webflow, carefully review and adjust the above factors to ensure that the section has content, visible background, fixing settings, appropriate overflow, z-index, and is not hidden.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add content to a section in Webflow?
  2. Why is my Webflow section not staying fixed when scrolling?
  3. How can I change the z-index value in Webflow?