How can I vertically position text in Webflow?

To vertically position text in Webflow, you need to use CSS layout techniques like Flexbox or Grid, depending on the container and desired alignment.

1. Use Flexbox for Vertical Centering

• Select the parent container (e.g. a Div Block) that holds the text element.
• Under the Style panel, scroll to Layout and set Display: Flex.
• Choose Vertical (Column) or Horizontal (Row) direction depending on your layout.
• To center the text vertically, set:
• Align: Center (for cross-axis alignment, if direction is "row")
• Justify: Center (for main-axis alignment, if direction is "column")

This will center the text both vertically and horizontally inside the container.

2. Set Container Height Explicitly

• For vertical centering to be effective, the parent container must have a set height (e.g., 100vh or a pixel value).
• Without a defined height, vertical alignment won't have any reference.

3. Use Grid Layout as an Alternative

• Set the container to Display: Grid under Layout.
• Webflow will default to a one-row, one-column grid.
• Under Grid Child Alignment, set both Align and Justify to Center.
• This centers the text both vertically and horizontally as well.

4. Manual Padding or Margin (Not Ideal)

• If exact or dynamic centering isn’t needed, you can use Padding or Margin on the text block.
• This approach is less responsive and not recommended for centered alignment across different screen sizes.

5. Inline Text Adjustments (Not Vertical)

• If your goal is adjusting the text baseline, use Typography controls like line height, but this doesn’t affect vertical centering—only spacing within text.

Summary

To vertically position text in Webflow, use Flexbox or Grid layout on the parent container with proper alignment settings. Ensure the container has a defined height for vertical positioning to take effect. Avoid relying on static padding unless precision is unnecessary.