Am I not using Webflow CMS properly if I need more than 30 fields for each case study section? Can I add a non-collection section to a collection page in Webflow? Is there a better way to build case studies using Webflow that allows for more flexibility? Thank you.

If you're finding the need to use more than 30 fields in a collection item for your Webflow CMS, you may need to reevaluate how you're structuring your content. Webflow allows you to add custom sections on collection pages, and there are indeed ways to create more flexible case studies without maxing out fields. 

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1. Understanding Field Limitations

• Webflow CMS has a limit of 30 fields per collection item. If you require more than this, consider if your content structure can be improved to work within these limits.

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2. Strategies for Managing Fields

• Reevaluate Content Structure: Group similar content together to minimize field usage.
• Use Multi-Reference Fields: Leverage these to create associations with other collections, reducing individual field usage.

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3. Adding Non-Collection Sections

• Static Sections on Collection Pages: You can add non-collection content directly onto a collection page. This allows you to supplement collection data with static content without using CMS fields.

4. Improving Case Study Flexibility

• Multi-Collection Lists: Use multiple collection lists in a page to pull data from different collections, thereby effectively increasing the overall field capacity.
• Custom Code: As a last resort, custom code (e.g., using script embeds) can sometimes help manage complex or repeated structures outside of CMS limitations.

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Summary

Webflow limits each collection item to 30 fields, but by using multi-reference fields, optimizing content structure, and adding static sections, you can work around this limit effectively. Consider using multi-collection lists or custom code for enhanced flexibility.