How can I duplicate a header element on all my pages in Webflow without rebuilding it on each page?
TL;DR
- Convert the header to a Symbol to reuse it across pages and ensure consistent design.
- Drag the Symbol into other pages and edit it once to update all instances; use Symbol overrides for page-specific customizations.
To reuse a header element across multiple pages in Webflow without rebuilding it each time, use a Symbol. This allows you to maintain design consistency and update all instances at once.
1. Convert the Header to a Symbol
- Select your header element on the page (e.g., a navbar or Hero section).
- Right-click the selected element and choose "Create Symbol".
- Give your Symbol a descriptive name like "Header" or "Site Header".
2. Add the Symbol to Other Pages
- Go to another page where you want the same header.
- In the Left Panel, go to the Components (Symbols) tab (cube icon).
- Drag and drop your saved Symbol into the desired place on the page (usually at the top of the body).
3. Update the Symbol in One Place
- To edit the header globally, double-click any instance of the Symbol.
- Changes made here affect all pages using this Symbol.
4. Use Symbol Overrides (Optional)
- If you need to customize parts (like a menu or text) per page but still keep it within a Symbol, consider using Symbol overrides available in Webflow’s newer Component system.
- Enable Properties in the Symbol to make text or elements editable per page, while the main design remains consistent.
Summary
To reuse a header across all Webflow pages, convert it into a Symbol and place that Symbol on each page. Symbols ensure consistency and can be updated universally. Use Symbol overrides if partial customizations are needed.