Can you use Webflow's native icons like Close (X), Arrows (< >), and Hamburger/Menu icons instead of third-party tools like Font Awesome?
TL;DR
- Use built-in Webflow components like Navbar, Slider, and Lightbox to access and customize native SVG icons (e.g., Close, Hamburger, Arrows).
- Copy, restyle, or extract these icons from components, or upload your own SVGs via the Assets panel for full control.
Yes, Webflow provides native icons such as Close (X), Arrow icons, and the Hamburger/Menu icon that you can use without relying on third-party libraries like Font Awesome.
1. Use Webflow's Native Icons from the Assets Panel
- Webflow includes a set of SVG icons directly in its Symbol elements or you can upload your own SVGs.
- Common icons (e.g., Close, Menu, Arrows) are built into Webflow’s Navbar component and may also appear in prebuilt elements.
- To extract or reuse these icons, you can copy the element from a Navbar or slider, then reposition or restyle it.
2. Use Webflow's Navbar for Built-in Menu & Hamburger Icon
- Drag a Navbar component from the Add panel to use a ready-made Hamburger menu icon.
- When in mobile breakpoints, Webflow automatically switches to the menu icon and includes associated animations.
- The Menu Button includes a Hamburger icon (three lines) by default, which can be customized.
3. Use Built-In Slider or Lightbox for Arrows and Close Icons
- Drag a Slider or Lightbox component to use Webflow's prebuilt arrow icons and Close (X) icons.
- These icons are created as native SVG elements and can be restyled using normal Webflow controls.
4. Extract SVG from Webflow Elements
- Right-click on a Close icon, arrow, or Hamburger in a Webflow component (like Navbar or Slider).
- Choose Convert to Div or Link Block to make it editable.
- Then, you can copy the icon into other parts of your site or modify as needed.
5. Upload Your Own SVG Icons if Needed
- If you want full control and minimal code, you can upload custom icons as SVG files directly into the Assets panel.
- Drag the SVG into your layout, adjust size and color with CSS or directly in Webflow's style panel.
Summary
Webflow includes native icons like Close (X), Arrows, and Hamburger menus in built-in components like the Navbar, Slider, and Lightbox. You can reuse and customize these without using external libraries like Font Awesome.
