Creating Custom CMS Fields in Webflow

Step 1: Access Your Webflow Project

Log into your Webflow account and select the project where you want to create custom CMS fields. Once the project is open, navigate to the Designer view.

Step 2: Go to the CMS Collection

On the left side of the Designer view, locate the CMS Collections panel. Here, you will find the existing collections for your project. If you don’t have a collection yet, create a new one by clicking on the New Collection button. It is essential to have a collection set up since custom fields are associated with these collections.

Step 3: Create a New Field

In the desired CMS Collection, you'll see a list of existing fields. Click on the Add Field button to create a new custom field. Choose from several field types that Webflow offers, such as Plain Text, Rich Text, Image, Video, Number, Option (Dropdown), Switch (Boolean), Reference (connects to other collections), Multi-reference (connects to multiple items from another collection), Date/Time, or File Upload. Select the type that best suits your needs.

Step 4: Set Field Details

After selecting the field type, enter details for your new field, including:

- Name: Provide a descriptive name indicating the field's purpose.
- Description: Add a description for clarity on how this field should be used.
- Settings: Configure additional settings based on the field type. For example, define the options for a Dropdown field.

Ensure you configure any required settings and options based on your desired field functionality.

Step 5: Save Your Changes

After entering the necessary information for the new field, click the Save button. Your newly created field will now be part of the CMS Collection, allowing you to start adding data to it.

Step 6: Populate the Custom Field

With your custom field created, navigate to the CMS Items section of the collection. Click on the item you want to edit, where you'll see the new field in the item details. Fill in the details for your custom field, ensuring you provide relevant information tailored to your content needs.

Step 7: Use Custom Fields in the Design

With your custom field populated with data, switch to the Designer view and select the page where you want to display your collection items. Drag a Collection List element onto the page and connect it to the CMS Collection that contains your custom field. Within the Collection List, add Collection Item elements to showcase data from your collection. To add the custom field to your design, drag a Text Block or another relevant element into the Collection Item, click on it, and connect it to your custom field from the dropdown options in the settings panel.

Step 8: Publish Your Changes

After designing your page and incorporating the custom fields into the layout, preview your site to ensure everything looks as expected. Once satisfied, click the Publish button to make your changes live on the website.

By following these steps, you can effectively use custom CMS fields to create a more dynamic and organized website in Webflow. Experiment with different field types and configurations to find what works best for your project and enjoy the flexibility Webflow offers in website creation.