Is it possible to unbind and rebind a collection list on a Webflow page without having to delete the list and start over?
TL;DR
- You can unbind individual elements inside a Collection List by selecting each and setting their CMS binding to "None."
- To switch to a different CMS Collection, you must delete the original Collection List and create a new one, using Symbols or layout duplication to preserve your design.
Yes, you can unbind and rebind a Collection List in Webflow without deleting it, though options are limited depending on what changes you intend to make.
1. Unbinding Items in a Collection List
- You cannot fully "unbind" a Collection List from its CMS Collection after it's connected.
- However, you can remove or change bindings for individual elements (like headings, images, etc.) inside the Collection List.
To unbind an individual element:
- Select the element inside your Collection List (e.g., a Text Block linked to a CMS field).
- In the Element Settings panel, click the binding and choose "Get text from..." > None to unbind.
- Repeat this for each bound element if needed.
2. Changing the Bound Collection
- Webflow does not currently allow you to change the CMS Collection that a Collection List is bound to after it’s set.
- To display data from a different Collection, you must delete the existing Collection List and add a new one bound to the desired Collection.
3. Workaround Options
- Use a Symbol: Before deleting, save your Collection List as a Symbol so you can reuse the layout.
- Duplicate and Rebind Elements: You can copy the styles and layout into a new Collection List and manually reconnect the new data fields.
Summary
You can unbind individual elements within a Collection List, but you can’t switch the bound CMS Collection without deleting the list. Use Symbols or layout duplication to preserve design when switching Collections.