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What could be causing the spacing issue below images in the Webflow CMS collection display? The spacing only appears on a few images, not all of them, and I'm unable to determine the source of this issue. I've noticed a similar problem on another page with a similar design that also uses CMS collections. Any insights would be appreciated.

TL;DR
  • Ensure all images have the same aspect ratio and set a fixed height/width in Webflow.
  • Adjust Flexbox/Grid settings to ensure equal row heights.
  • Set Display: Block to remove hidden bottom whitespace.
  • Check for and remove unnecessary bottom margins/paddings in the Styles panel.
  • Wrap content in a div with a fixed min-height to maintain consistency.
  • Test with a new Image element outside the CMS collection to rule out style conflicts.

A spacing issue below images in a Webflow CMS collection can often be caused by inconsistent image dimensions, styling conflicts, or unexpected margin/padding settings. Here are the most common causes and solutions:

1. Check Image Dimensions and Aspect Ratios

  • If images have different heights, they may cause inconsistent spacing.
  • Solution: Ensure all images in your CMS collection have the same aspect ratio before uploading. You can also set a fixed height and width within Webflow’s Designer > Image settings.

2. Inspect Parent Element Display Settings

  • If the parent container uses Flexbox or Grid, variations in content height may affect the spacing.
  • Solution: Try setting "Align: Stretch" in a Flexbox layout or ensuring Grid items have equal row heights.

3. Remove Default Image Bottom Spacing

  • Some images may contain hidden bottom whitespace due to display properties.
  • Solution: Select the image element, then set Display: Block instead of Inline-Block to eliminate default spacing.

4. Check for Inherited Margins/Paddings

  • Sometimes, an unnecessary bottom margin or padding is applied to certain images due to a parent class.
  • Solution: Inspect the Styles panel (Style > Spacing) to confirm there are no extra bottom margins or paddings.

5. Verify CMS Collection Item Structure

  • If different items have varying amounts of content (like text or captions), they may affect the spacing of images.
  • Solution: Wrap text and images in a div container with a fixed min-height to enforce consistency across CMS items.

6. Test with a Fresh Image Block

  • Some Webflow styles may be conflicting with your current setup.
  • Solution: Try placing a new Image element separately, outside of the CMS collection, to see if the issue persists. If the problem disappears, refine your existing styles.

Summary

This issue is often caused by inconsistent image sizes, inherited margins/paddings, or parent element display settings. Ensure images have the same aspect ratio, use Display: Block, and check for unwanted bottom spacing in the styles panel. If necessary, test with a new image element to confirm Webflow’s settings aren't interfering.

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