What could be the problem with hiding a text field in Webflow using the <input class="hidden"> or <input type="hidden"> tags, as it is not working even after publishing?

The or tags in Webflow are typically used to create form elements that are hidden from the user interface but retain their values when the form is submitted. However, simply adding the class or type attribute to an input field might not be enough to hide it from the user's view.

There could be a few potential issues that could prevent the text field from being hidden in Webflow:

1. Incorrect class or attribute: First, make sure that you have applied the correct class or attribute to the input field. In this case, you should use the class "hidden" or the type "hidden", respectively.

2. Element structure: Ensure that the input field is not wrapped inside any container or parent element that has styles applied to it. If the parent element has a visible display property or a position value that affects the visibility of its child elements, it could prevent the text field from being hidden.

3. Styling conflicts: Check if there are any conflicting CSS rules or styles applied to the input field or its parent elements. Sometimes, other styles such as display, visibility, or opacity might be overriding the hidden class or attribute, resulting in the text field being visible.

4. Custom code interference: If you have custom code or scripts added to your Webflow project, they might be interfering with the visibility of the input field. Review your custom code to ensure it's not affecting the element's visibility.

5. Cascading styles: Webflow uses a cascading style sheet (CSS) to apply styles to elements on your site. If there are other CSS rules present that are being applied after the hidden class or attribute, these rules might override the visibility property.

In order to troubleshoot and identify the cause of the issue, you can use your browser's developer tools to inspect the element and its applied styles. Look for any styles that might be conflicting or overriding the hidden class/attribute.

Additionally, you can try using different hiding techniques, such as setting the display property to "none" or applying a custom CSS rule to hide the element. Experimenting with different methods can help identify the most effective way to hide the text field in your specific scenario.

Remember to republish your site after making any changes to ensure that the updates take effect.