Why am I unable to edit text blocks in Webflow? Could it be due to incorrect setup of grid or container elements? It seems like the text blocks may be hidden behind other elements.

You're likely unable to edit text blocks in Webflow due to layering issues, improper structure, or interaction states. Elements may indeed be hidden behind others, or their properties could be restricting access in the Designer.

1. Check Element Visibility

• Select the text block in the Navigator panel to make sure it actually exists and is visible.
• In the Style panel, confirm that Display is set to something visible, like Block or Inline Block, and not None.
• Check Opacity and Visibility (Under Effects > Hide/Show)—ensure it's not set to 0% or hidden.

2. Inspect Z-Index and Positioning

• A higher Z-Index on overlapping elements might push your text block behind another.
• Check the Position settings (e.g., Absolute, Fixed) of surrounding or parent elements—it may be sitting behind due to stacking context.
• Use the Navigator to temporarily hide overlapping elements (eye icon) and see if that exposes your text block.

3. Review Grid or Flexbox Placement

• If your text block is inside a CSS Grid, make sure it's placed in a valid cell. Webflow won't render elements properly if they're outside of grid bounds or overlapping improperly.
• In Grid settings, confirm the row and column positions match where the text block should appear.
• For Flexbox, ensure the child elements are not squashing the text block due to alignment or sizing issues.

4. Inspect Interactions and States

• Check for Hover, Focus, or Active styles that may change visibility or opacity.
• Go to the Interactions (lightning bolt icon) panel to see if there are hidden animations or scroll effects causing the text to disappear or move offscreen.

5. Check for Symbol or Component Restrictions

• If the text block is inside a Component (formerly Symbol) or a locked Section, you might not be able to edit it directly.
• Double-click the component to enter edit mode, or detach it if needed.

6. Use the Navigator for Easier Selection

• If selection on canvas is difficult, use the Navigator panel to directly click into the text node. This bypasses any accidental overlay issues.

Summary

You're likely dealing with issues of z-index, grid position, or visibility settings that are layering other elements over your text block or hiding it. Use the Navigator and Style panel to troubleshoot visibility, positioning, and interactions to regain control of the text element.