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Optimizing Webflow Designs Using Line Clamping

Using line clamps in Webflow allows for the creation of visually appealing layouts by limiting the number of lines of text displayed within an element.

December 29, 2022

Custom code can be a useful tool for creating line breaks on a webpage, particularly in platforms like Webflow where certain layout options may not be natively available. One way to use custom code for creating line breaks is by applying a class to an element that includes specific CSS properties.

For example, the display: -webkit-box and overflow: hidden properties can be used to create a flexible box layout for the element and hide any content that overflows its boundaries. The -webkit-line-clamp: 2 property can then be used to limit the number of lines displayed within the element to a specific number, such as two lines.

In addition to using line clamping to create visually appealing layouts, custom code can also be used to control the layout of a webpage in other ways. For example, the display: block property can be used to force an element to start on a new line, and the padding or margin properties can be used to add space around elements.

Overall, custom code can be a useful tool for creating line breaks and controlling the layout of a webpage in Webflow and other platforms. By using a combination of HTML and CSS techniques, designers and developers can create clean, well-organized layouts that enhance the user experience.

Use the code

.text-style-2lines {
    display: -webkit-box;
    overflow: hidden;
    -webkit-line-clamp: 2;
    -webkit-box-orient: vertical;
}
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