Building a Custom Slider in Webflow

In this tutorial, we will learn how to build a custom slider in Webflow, which is user-friendly, client-approved, and fully responsive. Instead of utilizing the Webflow slider component, which is not always favored by users, we will create a custom slider that provides a seamless scrolling experience.

Getting Started

Let's start by opening our Webflow project and navigating to the Webflow designer.

Adding a New Section

We begin by adding a new section to our web page. This section will serve as the container for our custom slider.

1. Click on the "Add Section" button in the Webflow designer.
2. Drag and drop the new section to the desired location on the page.

Now that we have added the new section, we can proceed with the styling and customization to prepare it for our custom slider.

Styling the Section

Once the section is added, we can style it according to our design requirements. This may include setting the background color, adjusting the padding, and defining the dimensions of the section.

Implementing the Custom Slider

Now, let's implement the custom slider within the newly added section.

Adding a Div Block

1. Inside the newly added section, click the "Add" button.
2. Select "Div Block" from the list of elements and position it above the collection list wrapper within the section.

Creating the Scrollable Container

We will name the div block "scrolly boy div," which will serve as the container for the scrollable content.

1. Select the newly added div block and rename it to "scrolly boy div."
2. Set the overflow property of the "scrolly boy div" to "auto." This enables the horizontal scrolling functionality.

Adjusting the Collection List Wrapper

To ensure that the collection list wrapper accommodates the scrollable content without causing any overflow issues, we need to adjust its width.

1. Select the collection list wrapper.
2. Increase the width of the collection list wrapper to a size that accommodates the content within the "scrolly boy div." For example, set the width to 1000 pixels.

Adding Custom CSS

To enhance the visual appearance of the custom slider, we can add custom CSS to customize the scroll bar and its appearance.

1. Navigate to the page settings.
2. Under the CSS tab, add the necessary custom CSS to style the scroll bar, including settings for the width, track background color, thumb background color, and additional styling options, such as outlines.

Previewing and Publishing

Before finalizing our custom slider, we should preview the changes within the Webflow designer.

1. Click the preview button to see the custom slider in action within the Webflow designer.
2. Ensure that the custom slider behaves as expected and that the scrolling functionality works seamlessly.

Once we have verified the functionality and appearance of the custom slider, we can publish the changes to make it live on the web.

Finalizing the Design and Interactions

In addition to the basic setup, it's essential to fine-tune the design, spacing, and interactions to ensure that the custom slider provides a visually appealing and user-friendly experience for website visitors.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have learned how to build a custom slider in Webflow that offers a more user-friendly and visually appealing alternative to the built-in slider components. By following these steps, you can create a custom slider that impresses clients and provides a seamless user experience across various devices. With Webflow's intuitive design interface and powerful customization options, building custom sliders becomes a straightforward and rewarding task for web designers and developers.

We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through the process of creating a custom slider in Webflow. With these skills, you can enhance the interactive elements of your website and deliver an exceptional user experience. Thank you for joining us, and we look forward to seeing you in the next tutorial. Happy designing!