How can I set up slider buttons like this in Webflow?
TL;DR
- Add the Webflow Slider component and optionally remove default arrows.
- Create custom buttons, then assign interactions using "Slider > Next" or "Slider > Previous" actions to control the slider.
To set up custom slider buttons in Webflow, such as unique next/prev arrows or dots that control a slider, you need to connect custom elements to Webflow’s native slider system.
1. Add the Webflow Slider Component
- Drag the Slider component from the Add panel onto your canvas.
- By default, this includes:
- A Slider Mask (holds slides)
- Slides (individual slide divs)
- Default Previous and Next arrows
- Slider Nav dots
2. Customize or Remove Default Arrows
- Select the Prev/Next Arrows, then:
- Style them as desired, or
- Remove them if you want to replace them with your own custom elements
3. Add Custom Buttons for Slide Navigation
- Create new buttons (e.g., Div Blocks or Buttons) anywhere on the page, either inside or outside the Slider.
- Give them unique class names (e.g.,
.custom-prevand.custom-next).
4. Add Interactions to Custom Buttons
Select your custom Prev button, go to Interactions (⚡ panel).
Add a Mouse Click (Tap) trigger.
Under Trigger Settings:
Choose Slider > Previous
Target the specific slider you want to control
Repeat the same for the custom Next button, but choose Slider > Next instead.
5. Test the Buttons
- Preview your site (click the eye icon).
- Clicking your custom buttons should navigate the slider accordingly.
Summary
To create custom slider buttons in Webflow, add new elements, then use the Slider/Next and Slider/Previous click actions in Interactions to control the native Webflow slider. This lets you fully customize the design and placement of your navigation buttons.