How can I apply a multiple-image section on my website using Webflow? If my CMS has a gallery input, how can I map that to a slider?

TL;DR
  • Create a CMS Collection for images, design a Slider, and bind it to the Collection List in the slider mask.
  • Source images from the CMS Gallery field, then adjust and preview for functionality.

Creating a multiple-image section in Webflow and mapping a CMS Gallery to a slider involves several steps. Here’s how to do it:

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1. Create a Collection for Images

  • Go to the CMS panel in Webflow.
  • Create a new Collection if you haven’t already. Use fields like Gallery where you can upload multiple images.

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2. Design the Slider in Canvas

  • Drag a Slider component onto your Webflow page.
  • Style the Slider to your liking, adjusting the size, positioning, and transition settings.

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3. Bind the CMS Gallery to the Slider

  • Select the Slider Mask (the holding space for slide elements) in the Navigator.
  • Add a Collection List into the Slider Mask.
  • Connect the Collection List to your desired CMS Collection that contains the Gallery.

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4. Configure the Collection List to Show Images

  • Select the Collection Item within the Collection List.
  • Add an Image element inside it.
  • Set the Image Source to be the image field from your Gallery in the CMS Collection.

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5. Test and Adjust

  • Preview your page to ensure the slider displays all images from the CMS Gallery correctly.
  • Adjust settings such as autoplay, navigation arrows, or dot controls within the slider settings as needed.

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Summary

To add a multiple-image section using a Webflow CMS Gallery to a Slider, create a CMS Collection, design a Slider, bind it to the Collection List in your slider mask, and source images from the CMS Gallery field. Adjust and preview to ensure everything functions smoothly.

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