How can I sort a CMS collection with multi-reference fields in Webflow? The option to sort seems to be missing.
- Use JavaScript to sort items dynamically by assigning data attributes and applying a sorting function in an Embed Code block.
- Pre-structure the CMS by categorizing items manually or using multiple collection lists for organization.
- Consider third-party tools like Jetboost for dynamic filtering and sorting.
Webflow doesn't natively allow sorting a CMS collection list by a multi-reference field, but you can work around this using custom JavaScript or an alternative CMS structure. Here’s how:
1. Use JavaScript for Client-Side Sorting
Since Webflow doesn’t offer this feature natively, you can sort the elements dynamically with JavaScript.
- Add custom attributes: Assign a data attribute (e.g.,
data-sort-value) to the text content of the multi-reference field. - Use JavaScript: Write a script to reorder the collection items based on the data attribute.
- Include a JavaScript sorting function: Place it inside an Embed Code block before the
</body>tag in your Webflow Page Settings.
2. Pre-Sort Data Before Display
If you can control how items are assigned to multi-reference fields, you might be able to re-structure your CMS:
- Sort and categorize manually: If feasible, categorize items into individual reference fields instead of a multi-reference field.
- Use multiple collection lists: Display multiple sorted collection lists instead of trying to sort within a single list dynamically.
3. Use Third-Party Tools
Some Webflow integrations (like Jetboost) offer dynamic filtering and sorting. Consider these if sorting multi-reference fields is an essential feature for your project.
Summary
Webflow does not natively support sorting by multi-reference fields, but you can achieve this with JavaScript sorting, manual CMS adjustments, or third-party tools like Jetboost.