How can I implement the multi-image field for a CMS item in Webflow for a custom home-builder website?
TL;DR
- Add a Multi-Image Field to your CMS Collection and upload multiple images to each item.
- On the CMS Template Page, use a Collection List linked to the Multi-Image Field, insert an Image element, and optionally enhance with a Lightbox or Slider for improved presentation.
To implement the Multi-Image Field in a Webflow CMS Collection for a custom home-builder website, follow these steps to correctly structure and display multiple images per item (e.g., home projects or properties).
1. Create or Add a Multi-Image Field in Your CMS Collection
- Go to Webflow CMS and open the Collection where you manage home projects or properties.
- Click “Add Field” and choose Multi-Image.
- Name the field something like Project Gallery or Gallery Images.
- Save the field, then Save the Collection Schema.
2. Upload Images to the Field for Each CMS Item
- Open any CMS item (e.g., a specific home model).
- Scroll to the new Multi-Image Field.
- Upload multiple images (you can drag multiple files or select them from your computer).
- Save and publish the CMS item.
3. Display Multi-Image Field on a CMS Template Page
- Navigate to the CMS Template Page for the collection (e.g., Project Template).
- Inside the template page, drag in a Collection List.
- Click the Collection List and select “Get images from” → choose the Multi-Image Field (e.g., “Project Gallery”).
- Inside the Collection List, add an Image element and bind it to the Image from the multi-image field.
- Style the images as needed or use Grid or Slider layouts for better presentation.
4. Optional: Add Lightbox or Slider Functionality
- To enhance image display:
- For Lightbox: Use a Lightbox component, then connect it to your Multi-Image Field using the Collection List.
- For Sliders: Place each image inside a Swiper slider, Flickity, or use Webflow’s custom slider. Keep in mind that Webflow’s native Slider doesn’t dynamically bind to CMS unless customized with JavaScript or third-party libraries.
5. Preview and Test
- Publish your site and test on the live domain.
- Check responsiveness and interactivity such as zoom, navigation, or image transitions based on your design.
Summary
To use a Multi-Image Field in Webflow: add the field to your CMS Collection, upload images per item, use a Collection List bound to that multi-image field on the template page, and optionally enhance with a Lightbox or Slider for better UX.