How can I add new blog attributes to the Blog CMS Collection Settings in Webflow if the option is locked/grayed out?
TL;DR
- Exit the collection item view and switch away from the Collection Template Page.
- Ensure you're in the Webflow Designer with appropriate admin permissions, then click + Add Field in the CMS settings.
If you're trying to add new custom fields (attributes) to a CMS Collection like "Blog Posts" in Webflow and the settings are grayed out or locked, it typically means the collection is in use on a published Collection Page, or you're in a read-only or limited-permission state.
1. Check for Page Template Usage
- If your CMS collection is being used on its Collection Template Page, Webflow may restrict editing while that page is open.
- Switch to the Pages panel, and navigate away from the Blog Post template page to another static page.
- Then go back to the CMS panel and try editing the Blog collection again.
2. Exit Collection Item Edit Mode
- If you're inside a specific Collection Item editor, the schema field settings will be locked.
- Exit the item editor to return to the list view of all blog posts.
- Then click the gear icon (Settings) next to the Blog collection and try adding fields.
3. Check Your Permissions
- If you’re part of a Team Workspace or Client Invite, your user role may limit access to CMS settings.
- Only Admin and Owner roles can edit Collection settings.
- Ask a workspace admin to grant you full permissions or make the schema changes for you.
4. Open in Designer
- Field editing is only available from the Webflow Designer, not through the Editor view.
- Ensure you’re logged into the Webflow Designer (not Editor or preview mode), and re-open the CMS.
5. Work Around Locked Fields
- If a specific field is grayed because it's used in a dynamic list or connected to rich media, Webflow might be restricting schema changes to prevent breaking layouts.
- You can still add new fields, even if existing ones are locked — scroll past the current fields and click + Add Field.
Summary
To add new attributes to a Blog CMS Collection: exit the collection item view, ensure you’re in the Designer, check for any role restrictions, and verify you’re not editing the Collection Template Page. If all conditions are cleared, you can click + Add Field under the CMS settings.