How can a CMS collection be linked to a dropdown menu in Webflow?
TL;DR
- Drag a Dropdown element into your layout and add a text placeholder if needed.
- Place a Collection List inside the Dropdown List and connect it to the desired CMS collection.
- Add a Text Block or Link Block inside each Collection Item and bind it to the appropriate CMS field.
- Adjust dropdown settings, styling, and positioning for proper functionality.
- Preview and publish the site to test the dropdown with dynamic CMS content.
To link a CMS collection to a dropdown menu in Webflow, you need to use a Collection List inside the dropdown component. Follow these steps:
1. Add a Dropdown Element
- Drag a Dropdown from the Add panel to your Navbar or desired section.
- Click on the Dropdown Toggle, then add a text placeholder (like "Categories") if needed.
2. Insert a Collection List
- Drag a Collection List inside the Dropdown List component.
- Select the desired CMS Collection (e.g., Blog Categories, Products, etc.).
3. Style the Collection List
- Webflow will auto-populate the list with CMS items.
- Select a Collection Item and add a Text Block or Link Block inside it.
- Bind the text or link to the relevant CMS field (e.g., the collection’s “Name” or its link).
4. Adjust Dropdown Styling
- Ensure the dropdown opens on hover or click, based on user preference.
- Modify spacing and positioning so the dropdown doesn’t overlap other content.
5. Test and Publish
- Use Preview Mode to test functionality.
- Publish the site to see it live.
Summary
You can dynamically link a CMS collection to a dropdown menu by placing a Collection List inside the Dropdown List component, binding it to the relevant fields, and styling appropriately.