Why does the colors and styles on a client website change when accessing it through Webflow Editor?

When accessing a website through the Webflow Editor, the colors and styles may appear different because the Editor uses a separate CSS file called the "Editor Stylesheet" to display and render the website content. The purpose of this separate stylesheet is to provide a simplified and streamlined editing experience for users.

The Editor Stylesheet eliminates the complexities and potential conflicts that may arise from the various stylesheets and custom code used in the website's main design. By separating the Editor Stylesheet from the main website's CSS, it prevents unintended changes or edits made in the Editor from affecting the overall design of the live site.

To achieve this separation, Webflow applies a specific class to elements edited in the editor, and these classes have predefined styles in the Editor Stylesheet. When editing a page, the Editor injects the necessary content and styles dynamically, ensuring that the original website design remains unaffected.

Thus, when viewing a website through the Webflow Editor, colors and styles may appear different because the Editor Stylesheet presents a modified version of the site for editing purposes. However, rest assured that these changes are isolated to the Editor and will not affect the appearance of the live site when accessed by regular visitors.

It's important to note that any changes made within the Editor, such as modifying text or adjusting styles, are saved separately from the main website styles. To reflect the changes made in the Editor on the live site, you need to publish or update the site. Once published, the live site will reflect the original design and the changes you made within the Editor.