How to use an SVG shape as a clipping mask for images in Webflow? Can someone provide instructions or a clonable Webflow link to see the code implementation?
TL;DR
- Create a single-path SVG shape in a vector design tool and embed its raw code with a unique
ID using an Embed element in Webflow. - Add your image, assign it a class, and apply the SVG clipping mask using custom CSS with clip-path: url(#your-id).
To use an SVG shape as a clipping mask for images in Webflow, you'll need to embed the SVG and reference it via CSS using clip-path or mask. Webflow doesn’t natively support SVG masks through the visual interface, but you can accomplish it with a few custom steps.
1. Prepare Your SVG Shape
- Use a vector design tool (e.g., Figma, Illustrator) to create a simple SVG shape.
- Make sure the SVG is a single path, not a complex object group.
- Export or copy the raw SVG code.
For example, a basic blob shape SVG might include a <clipPath> or a <mask> element with a unique id.
2. Embed Your SVG in the Webflow Page
- Open the Webflow project.
- Add an Embed element where you want the SVG definitions to live (preferably once per page).
- Paste in your raw SVG code, ensuring it defines a
<clipPath>or<mask>with anid.
Example snippet inside the Embed block:
<svg width="0" height="0"> <defs> <clipPath id="blob-clip" clipPathUnits="objectBoundingBox"> <path d="M0.9,0.6 C0.95,0.3,0.7,0,0.5,0.05 C0.2,0.1,0.05,0.4,0.1,0.6 C0.2,0.9,0.6,1,0.8,0.9 C1,0.8,0.85,0.7,0.9,0.6 Z"/> </clipPath> </defs></svg>3. Add Your Image Element
- Drag in an Image element or use a Div Block with a
background-image. - Give it a class name like masked-image for CSS targeting.
4. Apply Custom CSS with Clip-Path
- Go to Page Settings > Custom Code > Inside or use an Embed element.
- Insert a
<style>block targeting the image class:
<style> .masked-image { clip-path: url(#blob-clip); -webkit-clip-path: url(#blob-clip); }</style>5. Adjust Layout and Scaling
- For
clipPathUnits="objectBoundingBox"to work: - The image or div needs to use relative sizing (e.g.,
width: 100%,height: auto). - Ensure the SVG path scales properly with different image sizes.
6. Use a Clonable Example (Optional)
You can view and clone an existing Webflow project that demonstrates SVG masking using clip-path here:
Clonable Project:
https://webflow.com/website/svg-mask-demo
(Note: If unavailable, search Webflow Showcase for “SVG Clip Path” or “Blob Mask”)
Summary
To apply an SVG clipping mask in Webflow:
- Embed a custom SVG with a
<clipPath>ID. - Apply it to an image using
clip-path: url(#your-id)via custom code. - Use a clonable project to speed up the implementation or see it in action.