How can I change the default slider arrow icon to a different icon in Webflow?
TL;DR
- Select the slider in Webflow Designer and locate the default Left and Right Arrow elements.
- Replace the default arrow content with custom icons (SVG, text, or icon fonts) and adjust styling and positioning for proper alignment and responsiveness.
To change the default slider arrow icon in Webflow, you’ll need to customize the arrow elements directly within the Webflow Designer.
1. Select the Slider Component
- Click the slider on your canvas to open its structure in the Navigator.
- Webflow automatically adds default Left Arrow and Right Arrow elements inside the Slider.
2. Select and Style Each Arrow
- Find the "Slider Arrow Left" and "Slider Arrow Right" elements.
- Optionally give them custom classes if you want unique styles or icons.
3. Replace the Default Arrow Icon
- Delete or hide the default arrow content (usually an SVG or text).
- Drag in your desired icon into the arrow element:
- Use a Webflow Icon if you're using a component library.
- Use a custom SVG via upload or copy-paste.
- Use a Text Block and add a Unicode arrow (like “←” or “→”) or Font Awesome icon if you’ve integrated it.
4. Adjust Styling and Positioning
- Set flexbox or grid on the arrow container if needed.
- Make sure the icon aligns properly with the slide content and behaves responsively.
- Use absolute positioning if you want the arrows placed outside the slide frame.
5. Preview and Test
- Click Preview in the Designer to test how the new icons behave.
- Ensure arrows are visible, responsive, and actually trigger slide changes.
Summary
To change slider arrow icons in Webflow, style the built-in arrow elements by replacing their content with custom icons (SVG, text, or icon fonts), and adjust styling as needed for positioning and interaction.