How can I adjust the spacing of the arrow in Webflow so that it is not positioned too far from the corner of the field?
TL;DR
- Select the input or dropdown and reduce right padding to bring the arrow closer to the corner.
- Adjust the arrow’s absolute positioning or margins, ensure correct nesting and parent positioning, and test across breakpoints.
If the arrow icon in a form input or dropdown is too far from the corner, you'll need to adjust margins, padding, or positioning styles within Webflow.
1. Inspect the Arrow's Parent Container
- Select the element that contains the arrow (could be an input field, dropdown, or custom icon inside a wrapper).
- Look at the Field Wrapper or Dropdown Toggle if you're using Webflow’s components.
- Make sure the arrow is nested properly and not outside of necessary wrappers.
2. Adjust Padding of the Field
- Select the input field or dropdown where the arrow appears.
- Reduce the right padding by adjusting under Spacing (Style panel > Padding)—this affects how far the content inside the field sits from the right edge.
- For example, change right padding from 40px to 20px to bring the arrow closer to the corner.
3. Adjust Arrow Positioning
- Select the arrow element (this might be a background image, SVG, or separate icon).
- If it’s using absolute positioning, check the right and top values. Lower right value (e.g., from 20px to 8px) moves it closer to the corner.
- If it’s a dropdown, select the Dropdown Toggle, then adjust the placement of the arrow inside it.
4. Double-Check Alignment Settings
- Ensure the parent element has relative positioning if the arrow is absolutely positioned.
- Confirm there’s no extra margin on the arrow that pushes it away from the corner.
5. Preview and Adjust Responsively
- Click Preview in Webflow to test.
- Check how it looks across breakpoints—you may need different spacing on smaller screens.
Summary
To bring the arrow icon closer to the field corner, reduce the right padding on the input and/or adjust the arrow’s absolute position or margins. Always verify the parent container's layout and reposition for each screen size if needed.