How can I make a GIF a background in Webflow using a Div block?
TL;DR
- Upload a compressed GIF to Webflow's Assets panel.
- Drag a Div block, assign size/class, and set the GIF as its background in the Style panel with desired position, size, and z-index settings.
You can set a GIF as a background in Webflow using a Div block by uploading the GIF and applying it as a background image through the Style panel.
1. Prepare the GIF File
- Ensure your GIF is optimized for web use to reduce page load time.
- Webflow has a 10MB file size limit for assets. Compress the GIF if needed.
2. Upload the GIF to Webflow
- Go to the Assets panel in your Webflow project.
- Click the upload icon and upload your GIF file.
- Once uploaded, click the GIF to copy its URL if needed later.
3. Add and Style a Div Block
- Drag a Div block onto your canvas from the Elements panel.
- Give it a class name (e.g.,
gif-background) for styling purposes. - Set the desired size (e.g., width and height) or use positioning like Absolute/Fixed if it's behind other elements.
4. Set the GIF as the Background Image
- With the Div block selected, go to the Style panel.
- Scroll to the Backgrounds section.
- Click + and then Choose Image.
- Select your uploaded GIF from the Assets panel.
- Adjust background settings:
- Position: Center (or best fit).
- Repeat: No Repeat.
- Size: Cover (or Contain depending on your layout needs).
5. Adjust Z-Index and Positioning
- If it should be behind other elements, set Position to Absolute or Fixed.
- Set Z-index to a lower number (e.g.,
z-index: 0) so it appears behind elements with higher z-index values.
Summary
To set a GIF as a background in a Webflow Div block, upload the GIF to the Assets panel, add a Div to your page, and apply the GIF as a background image in the Div's Style settings. Adjust position, repetition, and size for proper appearance.