How to Design Interactive Tabs in Webflow

To design interactive tabs in Webflow, begin by opening your Webflow project and prepare a blank canvas or page section for the tabs.

First, add a section by navigating to the Add panel located at the top left of the interface. Look under the "Sections" category and drag a section onto your page where you want your tabs.

Next, create a tab component. In the Add panel, search for "Tabs" within the Components category. Drag the Tabs component into the section you just added. This will create a tab structure that includes tab links and tab panes.

For customizing tab links, select the Tabs component on the canvas. You will find two areas: Tab Links and Tab Panes. Click on the first Tab Link to rename it to a relevant label such as "Tab 1" or any name you prefer, and adjust the text as needed. Repeat this process for each Tab Link, ensuring each corresponds to its respective pane.

Set up tab panes by clicking on the Tab Panes section. Each pane is linked to its tab link. Select the first Tab Pane and insert the content you want displayed when that tab is active, such as text or images. Do this for all panes, ensuring each contains unique content related to its tab link.

To style your tabs, use the Style panel on the screen's right side. Start by selecting a Tab Link, then adjust the font, color, and spacing according to your preference. You can also create hover effects. Select the Tab Link, navigate to the States section in the Style panel, and define the hover style. Remember to style all Tab Links and Tab Panes for a cohesive look.

Setting active tab states allows you to choose which tab is active by default. Usually, the first tab is set as active. To change this, select the Tab Link you want as active, go to the Settings panel, and find the "Set as Default" option. Make sure to check that.

Optionally, add interactions for additional dynamics. Click on the Tab component and open the Interactions panel. You can set animations that trigger when a tab is clicked, such as having the Tab Pane's content fade in. Create a new interaction and set the animations for transitions between tabs.

Preview your work by clicking the Preview button at the top right of the screen. Test the tabs by clicking on them to ensure the correct content displays.

Finally, publish your work once you’re happy with the appearance and functionality of the tabs. Click the Publish button in the top right corner, select the domain you wish to publish to, and your website with the interactive tabs will be live shortly.

By following these steps, you have successfully created interactive tabs in Webflow, improving user navigation and the overall visual appeal of your web page.