What could be causing the scrolling issue on my Webflow search result page on mobile and how can I fix it?
TL;DR
- Check for elements causing layout overflow or negative margins and ensure widths conform to the viewport on mobile.
- Review fixed/sticky elements and custom code that may set
overflow: hiddenor interfere with touch scrolling. - Audit interactions and animations for unintended scroll disabling or off-screen positioning.
- Adjust search layout with responsive wrappers (using flex-wrap or grid) and validate via the Webflow Audit panel and browser dev tools.
A mobile scrolling issue on a Webflow search results page is typically caused by layout overflows, fixed elements, or hidden interactions. Here's how to identify and fix the problem.
1. Check for Overflowing Elements
- Go to Webflow Designer → Search Results page.
- On mobile breakpoints, look for containers, sections, or elements with widths beyond 100% or negative margins that push content outside the viewport.
- In the Style panel, set Overflow: Hidden on elements like
bodyorhtmlonly if necessary, as this can restrict scrolling altogether. - Use chrome DevTools (Inspect) to simulate mobile and identify horizontal scroll areas or extra-large elements.
2. Inspect Fixed or Sticky Elements
- Fixed headers, footers, or modals can interfere with mobile scrolling if:
- Their combined height exceeds the viewport height.
- They block touch scroll when
overflow: hiddenorposition: fixedis used improperly. - Make sure fixed-position elements do not take up excessive height or are hidden appropriately on smaller screens.
3. Review Custom Code or Embedded Scripts
- Custom JavaScript or third-party plugins (e.g., Algolia, custom modals) may modify
<body>styles or setoverflow: hidden. - Look for any scripts that toggle
document.body.style.overflow = 'hidden'and verify they remove it after use. - Also check for auto-focused inputs (like a search field) triggering unwanted viewport resizing on mobile.
4. Audit Interactions and Page Load Animations
- Go to Webflow → Interactions panel.
- Check for interactions that:
- Animate out-of-bound elements into view unintentionally.
- Disable scrolling (via overflow edits or page scroll triggers).
- Disable the interaction temporarily to test whether it’s the source of the issue.
5. Fix Issues with Search Results Layout
- Ensure the Collection List Wrapper containing search results:
- Has flex-wrap: wrap (if using flex).
- Doesn’t generate excess height from empty or unstyled result items.
- Make sure the structure adapts to mobile using proper percentage widths, flexbox behavior, or grid adjustments.
6. Use Webflow Audit Panel
- Open the Audit panel (bottom right in Webflow Designer) to detect:
- Overflowing elements
- Accessibility issues
- Unresponsive blocks on mobile
Summary
To fix mobile scrolling issues on a Webflow search results page, audit for overflow elements, incorrect fixed positioning, and problematic custom code or interactions. Pay close attention to how layout and scripts behave at smaller breakpoints and test on an actual device or emulator to validate your changes.