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How to add a custom JavaScript file to a Webflow project?

Discover the easy way to integrate a custom JavaScript file into your Webflow project! Follow this simple guide to boost your site's functionality with tailored scripts.

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Overview

Incorporating a custom JavaScript file into a Webflow project can greatly expand what your site can do, going beyond Webflow's built-in options. Usually, you’ll need to host your JS file somewhere on the web, like through a Content Delivery Network (CDN) or your own server, and then link up that file to your Webflow setup. Basic knowledge of HTML and JavaScript is really handy here, because script tags are necessary to put the right path to your JS file. Follow these steps for smooth integration of your custom code into your Webflow site, which will boost functionality and user experience.

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How to add a custom JavaScript file to a Webflow project?

Step 1: Prepare the JavaScript File

  • Make sure your custom JavaScript file is all set and saved with a .js extension.
  • If you want to load it via a URL, host the file on a server. Or, if it's a small script, you can embed it directly.

Step 2: Open Webflow Project Settings

  • Log in to your Webflow dashboard.
  • Pick the project where you want to add the custom JavaScript.
  • Click on the project's name to get into the project settings.

Step 3: Access the Custom Code Section

  • Head over to the left-hand menu and click on the “Custom Code” tab.

Step 4: Add the JavaScript in the Head or Before Body

  • If you want to add the script in the head section, paste this code into the “Head Code” area:
    ```html ```
  • If you prefer to add the script just before the closing </body> tag, paste the same code into the “Footer Code” area.

Step 5: Save Changes

  • Scroll down and hit the “Save Changes” button to lock in your additions.

Step 6: Publish the Site

  • Go back to the project dashboard.
  • Click the “Publish” button to make your changes go live.

Step 7: Verify the Script on the Live Site

  • Visit your published site.
  • Open the browser’s Developer Tools (usually you can get there with F12 or Ctrl+Shift+I).
  • Check the “Console” or “Network” tab to make sure the script is loaded and working correctly.

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