How do I horizontally center a button within the middle column of a set of 3 columns in Webflow to ensure it looks good on all devices?
TL;DR
- Set the middle column to Flexbox, with center alignment for both justify and align settings.
- Use auto left/right margins for a block or inline-block button and ensure the parent is Display: Block.
- If inside a Text Block or Div, set the parent's Text Align to Center.
- Check and adjust responsive breakpoints, using Flexbox or a stacked layout if needed for smaller screens.
To horizontally center a button inside the middle column of a three-column layout in Webflow while ensuring responsiveness, follow these steps:
1. Use Flexbox for Centering
- Select the middle column inside the Columns element.
- In the Style panel, go to the Display settings and set it to Flexbox.
- Choose Center for both Justify (horizontal) and Align (vertical) options.
2. Use Auto Margins
- If using a Block or Inline Block button, select the button element.
- In the Positioning section, set Left and Right Margins to Auto.
- Ensure the button’s Parent (middle column) is Display: Block for the auto-margin trick to work.
3. Use Text Alignment
- If the button is inside a Text Block or Div, select the parent container.
- In the Style panel, go to Typography and set Text Align: Center.
- This ensures the button remains centered, even if it's inside other elements.
4. Adjust for Responsiveness
- Switch to Tablet, Mobile Landscape, and Mobile Portrait views in Webflow’s responsive breakpoints.
- Ensure the button remains centered by adjusting column widths or using Flexbox settings.
- If necessary, switch Columns to a Stack (Vertical Layout) on smaller screens.
Summary
Use Flexbox on the middle column, ensure auto margins on the button, or center-align text inside a parent container. Check responsiveness to confirm alignment remains consistent.