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How can I make a Div Block take full width within a parent element using Webflow, specifically when the parent element's width is set to a maximum of 1100px and the layout display is set to flexbox?

TL;DR
  • Set the parent to Flex (column direction) with a max-width of 1100px and margin auto for centering.
  • Set the Div Block to width: 100%, enable flex-grow, and ensure no restrictive padding or container limits the width.

To make a Div Block take full width within a parent element that has a maximum width (like 1100px) and a Flexbox layout, you need to override certain default behaviors within Flexbox.

1. Set the Parent Element

  • Ensure the parent element (e.g., a Section or Container) has:
  • Display: Flex
  • Direction set to Vertical (Column) if you want the items to stack.
  • Max Width: 1100px
  • Optionally, set margin: auto on left/right to center it horizontally.

2. Configure the Div Block

  • Select the Div Block you want to stretch full width.
  • Set the following styles:
  • Width: 100%
  • Flex Child: Grow if possible (under the Layout > Flex Child section in the Style panel)
  • Minimum Width: 0 (optional, but prevents overflow issues)

3. Avoid Conflicts from Container Components

  • If your Div Block is inside a Webflow Container element, note that Containers have a default max-width and padding.
  • If full width within the parent is still not happening, use a Section or Div Block instead of the Container component as the parent.

4. Check for Padding and Margins

  • Verify that no padding or margin is applied on the Div or parent that would reduce the apparent width.
  • Remove any default padding applied by Webflow’s Container component if used.

Summary

Set the child Div Block to width: 100% and enable flex-grow, ensuring the parent Flexbox is in column direction with max-width: 1100px. Avoid restrictive containers or paddings that might limit width expansion.

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