Why don't tabs in Webflow behave like normal elements with flexbox or grid? How can I disable any preset CSS properties causing this issue?

In Webflow, tabs have their own specific behavior, which is different from regular elements using flexbox or grid. This is because Webflow implements the behavior of tabs through custom CSS classes and JavaScript code to achieve the desired interactive tab functionality.

The reason behind this approach is to provide a user-friendly way of creating and managing tabs directly within the Webflow Designer. By using a preset component specifically designed for tabs, Webflow simplifies the process of creating tabbed layouts, offering various customization options and interactivity without the need for custom code.

Disabling the preset CSS properties associated with tabs can be challenging, as they are an integral part of the tab functionality. However, if you prefer to have more control over the styling of your tabs and want to use flexbox or grid instead, you can create your own custom tab system using custom code.

To do this, you would need to create a structure using HTML and CSS, applying flexbox or grid properties to achieve the desired layout. You can use Webflow's HTML embed component to insert your custom code into a Webflow project.

Keep in mind that by using custom code, you would lose the convenience of Webflow's built-in tab functionality and would need to handle all interactivity and behavior manually, including tab switching and content toggling.

Here's a general outline of the steps you can take to create custom tabs using flexbox or grid in Webflow:

1. Create a container element to hold your tabs.
2. Inside the container, create individual tab elements.
3. Apply flexbox or grid properties to the container element to control the layout of the tabs.
4. Utilize CSS classes or JavaScript to handle the interactivity, such as toggling the active state of tabs and displaying corresponding content.
5. Style the tabs and their content as desired using custom CSS.

Remember to thoroughly test your custom tab system across various devices and screen sizes to ensure responsiveness and compatibility.

While Webflow's preset tab component offers a simpler way to create and manage tabs within the visual editor, creating custom tabs using flexbox or grid can provide more flexibility and control over the design and behavior.