To create a looping animation in Webflow that starts on page load and repeats infinitely, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Add an Animation Element
First, you need to add an element to your Webflow project that you want to animate. This can be a div, image, text block, or any other element you want to add animation to. Make sure to position it wherever you want it to appear in your design.
Step 2: Add Interactions
In the Webflow Designer, select the element you want to animate and click on the "Interactions" tab in the right sidebar. Create a new interaction by clicking on the "+" button.
Step 3: Set the Initial State
In the interaction panel, set the initial state of your element. This is how the element will look before the animation starts. You can adjust the positioning, opacity, scale, or any other property of the element to achieve the desired effect.
Step 4: Add Animation
Next, you need to create the animation that will be looped. Click on the "+" button next to the "Animation" section of the interaction panel to add a new animation. Choose the property you want to animate, such as position, opacity, or scale, and set the desired value for the end state of the animation.
Step 5: Configure Animation Options
After defining the animation, you can configure the animation options. Set the duration, easing, and delay properties to control the timing and smoothness of the animation. For a looping animation, you may want to use a longer duration to avoid abrupt transitions.
Step 6: Set Up Looping
To make the animation loop infinitely, you need to enable the looping option. In the "Animation" section of the interaction panel, check the "Loop" checkbox. This will ensure that the animation repeats endlessly.
Step 7: Preview and Publish
Once you have completed the setup, you can preview the animation by clicking the "Preview" button in the Webflow Designer. If the animation looks as expected, save your changes, and publish your site to see the looping animation in action on the live site.
By following these steps, you can create a looping animation in Webflow that starts on page load and repeats infinitely. Remember to experiment with different properties and animation techniques to achieve the desired effect for your website.