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Is it possible to view and edit the code in Webflow, making it a valuable tool for designers with a handcoding background?

TL;DR
  • Webflow doesn't allow direct HTML/CSS editing but enables custom code via Embed Blocks or Page Settings > Custom Code.
  • You can export the generated code but can't edit it within Webflow after export.
  • Ideal for designers wanting a visual approach with code flexibility, developers needing rapid prototyping, and non-coders seeking an intuitive design tool.

Webflow allows designers to build visually while generating clean code, but it does not provide direct access to edit the underlying HTML, CSS, or JavaScript within the platform. However, there are ways to work with custom code when needed.

1. Webflow Code Access

  • No direct HTML editing – Webflow's visual editor constructs HTML and CSS automatically, without direct code manipulation.
  • Custom CSS & JavaScript – You can add code snippets via the Page Settings > Custom Code section or Embed Blocks inside the Designer.
  • Export Code – For full code access, you can export your project's HTML, CSS, JS, and images, but live editing within Webflow is not possible after export.

2. Working with Custom Code

  • Embed Blocks – Use the Embed element to insert custom HTML, CSS, or JavaScript inside a page.
  • Custom Code in Page Settings – Add site-wide or page-specific scripts (e.g., for analytics, third-party libraries).
  • Third-Party Integrations – Webflow supports external services like Google Fonts, custom APIs, and more via the Embed element or custom code sections.

3. Who Benefits from Webflow?

  • Designers with coding knowledge – Allows for precise layout control without mandatory hand-coding.
  • Developers needing rapid prototyping – Quickly generate structured code that can be exported and refined manually.
  • Marketers & business owners without coding expertise – No coding is required, but the flexibility exists if needed.

Summary

Webflow does not allow direct editing of generated HTML/CSS within its platform but offers custom code integration and export options. This makes it a great tool for designers familiar with hand-coding but looking for a no-code/low-code approach to web design.

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