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How can I reset the tablet and phone versions of my website in Webflow to match the PC version and remove any unknown padding?

TL;DR
  • Select elements in tablet or mobile view, identify modified styles using the blue indicator dot, and reset them with the blue reset arrow.
  • Check for default padding/margins on body, sections, or div blocks and reset unexpected values.
  • Remove extra or duplicate classes that may be altering mobile styles.
  • Adjust Flex/Grid settings, resetting auto-sizing, min/max width, or flex shrink if needed.
  • Use the Style Manager to review global padding or margin settings.
  • Test layout in Preview mode, checking for hidden overflow or custom CSS issues.

If you've made unintended changes to the tablet or mobile views in Webflow and want to reset them to match the desktop version, you can follow these steps to remove unknown padding and other styling adjustments.

1. Identify and Reset Modified Styles

  • Select an Element in the tablet or mobile view.
  • If a style differs from the desktop version, a blue indicator dot appears next to that property in the Style panel.
  • Click the blue reset arrow next to the modified property (e.g., padding, margin, width) to revert it to the inherited desktop value.
  • Repeat for all affected elements.

2. Check for Auto-Generated Padding and Margins

  • Some Webflow components (like Containers and Sections) may have default padding applied in smaller breakpoints.
  • Select the Body, Section, or Div blocks and inspect their padding and margin values.
  • Reset any unexpected padding by clicking the blue reset arrow next to the property.

3. Remove Custom Classes or Duplicates

  • If styles still look incorrect, check if elements in the mobile view have extra classes added.
  • Remove unnecessary extra classes by selecting the element and clicking Remove Class or resetting its styles.
  • Compare the class names between desktop and mobile to ensure consistency.

4. Turn Off Auto Sizing for Flex/Grid Elements

  • If using Flexbox or Grid, check for auto-sizing adjustments in mobile views.
  • Select the parent container and reset properties like Min/Max Width and Flex Shrink if needed.

5. Verify Global Styles in the Style Manager

  • Open the Style Manager (Shortcut: G) to view all classes used in your project.
  • Check for global padding or margin settings on elements like body, section, or container.

6. Test Mobile Layout in Preview Mode

  • Click Preview (Eye icon) and resize the window to confirm that the site now mirrors desktop styling.
  • If issues persist, check for Hidden Overflow settings or custom CSS overrides.

Summary

To reset tablet and phone versions to match the desktop in Webflow, identify modified styles, reset padding/margins, remove unnecessary classes, and verify global settings. Use the blue reset arrows to restore inherited desktop values, and test changes in Preview mode to ensure consistency.

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