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Can a Sticky sidebar similar to the one in Webflow's Interactions and Animations course be recreated in Webflow?

TL;DR
  • Create a 2-column layout with the sidebar and main content in separate Div Blocks.
  • Set the sidebar Div Block to position: sticky with a top offset, ensuring its parent has enough height for scroll boundaries.
  • Optionally, add scroll-triggered animations using the Interactions panel.
  • Adjust sidebar behavior on smaller breakpoints for responsive design.

Yes, you can recreate a sticky sidebar in Webflow similar to the one seen in Webflow’s Interactions and Animations course. This involves using position: sticky, setting scroll boundaries, and optionally adding scroll-triggered interactions.

1. Structure Your Layout Correctly

  • Use a 2-column layout in a Section or Container: one column for the sidebar, and one for the main content.
  • Place your sidebar and content in separate Div Blocks inside each column for better control.

2. Make the Sidebar Sticky

  • Select the Sidebar Div Block.
  • Go to the Style panel > Position and set it to Sticky.
  • Set a top offset (e.g., 60px) so it starts to stick below your navbar.
  • The sticky behavior will stay within the scroll bounds of its parent, so make sure the sidebar is inside a section or a parent with enough vertical height.

3. Add Scroll Triggered Interactions (Optional)

  • Go to the Interactions panel.
  • Choose Page Scroll or Element Scroll trigger.
  • Use the While scrolling in view interaction to animate items in the sidebar as the user scrolls, mimicking the dynamic feel in the Webflow University example.

4. Responsive Adjustments

  • On smaller breakpoints, consider removing sticky behavior or turning the sidebar into a collapsible element (e.g., an accordion), to avoid layout issues.

Summary

You can absolutely build a sticky sidebar with position: sticky and enhance it with scroll-triggered animations in Webflow—just like in their Interactions and Animations course. Proper layout structure and scroll context are key to making it work correctly.

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