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Is it possible to use code in Webflow to implement scroll hijacking and have different background colors for each section on a website?

TL;DR
  • Structure sections with 100vh height and unique IDs or classes.
  • Use custom JavaScript (e.g., fullPage.js or Lenis) in the Custom Code area to control scroll behavior.
  • Assign different background colors to each section in Webflow’s Style panel or via JS.
  • Test across devices, include fallbacks, and ensure smooth UX when using scroll hijacking.

Yes, you can use custom code in Webflow to implement scroll hijacking behavior and assign different background colors for each section, but it requires carefully structured markup and JavaScript.

1. Structure Your Webflow Site Properly

  • Create separate sections or div blocks for each screen/page you want to hijack the scroll behavior.
  • Set each section’s height to 100vh to make them fill the full viewport.
  • Assign unique IDs or classes to each section (e.g., .section-1, .section-2, etc.).

2. Use Custom JavaScript for Scroll Hijacking

  • Add JavaScript to control the scroll behavior. Popular libraries that support this include:
  • fullPage.js – highly customizable and works well with Webflow.
  • Lenis (by Studio Freight) – allows for smooth scroll control.
  • Integrate the code by going to Page Settings > Custom Code or Settings > Custom Code > Footer Section.
  • You may need to disable Webflow’s default smooth scroll features to avoid conflicts.

3. Add Background Colors to Each Section

  • In your Webflow Designer:
  • Select each section and set a different background color under the Style panel.
  • Alternatively, use JavaScript to dynamically change colors if effects are scroll-based.

4. Key Considerations

  • Scroll hijacking can harm UX if not done carefully. Make sure it’s smooth and allows ease of navigation.
  • Test behavior on different devices and screen sizes, especially mobile (where scroll hijacking is not recommended).
  • Always include fallback behavior or graceful degradation for users without JS support.

5. Embed External Libraries (if needed)

  • Host custom scripts like fullPage.js via CDN:
  • Go to Project Settings > Custom Code > Footer
  • Paste the JS <script> reference (hosted externally) and any initialization code there
  • Initialize scroll logic after the page fully loads to avoid layout glitches.

Summary

You can implement scroll hijacking and per-section background colors in Webflow using custom code and structured sections. Tools like fullPage.js or Lenis help manage scroll behavior, while Webflow’s Designer lets you easily control background colors.

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