Why is my Bubble.io app not displaying correctly on mobile devices?

Learn why your Bubble.io app may not display correctly on mobile and how to fix it. Tips include checking page layout settings, using the responsive editor, setting width values, and more.

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Overview

If your Bubble.io app isn't displaying correctly on mobile devices, you're not alone. Ensuring a smooth mobile experience requires attention to several factors. Start by checking your page layout settings in the Bubble editor, making sure it's set to "Responsive." Use the Responsive tab to preview and adjust your app's layout for various screen sizes. Set minimum and maximum widths for elements, employ Floating Groups for fixed positions, and test on real devices. If needed, use custom CSS and regularly check for hidden or misaligned elements. Group elements to manage their responsiveness and optimize image sizes for mobile. These steps should help improve your mobile display issues.

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Why is my Bubble.io app not displaying correctly on mobile devices?

Check Your Page Layout Settings

Go to the Bubble editor.
Click on the "Responsive" tab in the top menu.
Ensure the page layout mode is set to "Fixed" or "Responsive". "Responsive" is generally recommended for mobile compatibility.

Use the Responsive Tab

Click on the "Responsive" tab to open the responsive editor.
Here you can see how your application adjusts on various screen sizes. Make adjustments to elements so they display correctly on mobile.

Set Minimum and Maximum Widths

Select an element on your page.
In the properties editor on the right, set the minimum and maximum width values. This ensures the element resizes properly on smaller screens.

Use Floating Groups

If you want an element to stay in a fixed position (like a header or footer), consider using Floating Groups.
Floating Groups help elements remain in view, even as the user scrolls.

Test on Real Devices

Preview your application in various screen sizes using the Bubble responsive editor and different browser tools.
It's critical to also test your application on real mobile devices to catch any issues that might not appear in the editor.

Run Custom CSS

If Bubble's built-in tools are not sufficient, you can inject custom CSS to further control your app's responsiveness.
Use HTML elements in Bubble to include your custom CSS styles.

Check for Hidden Elements

Sometimes, elements can be hidden or overlap on mobile. Use the responsive editor to identify and fix these issues.
Ensure there are no elements that are unintentionally hidden or positioned off-screen.

Make Use of Groups

Group elements together to better manage their behavior on different screen sizes.
Responsive settings can be applied to groups to ensure elements within them adjust together.

Optimize Image Sizes

Ensure images are optimized for mobile by adjusting their width and height properties.
Upload different versions of images if necessary, specifically optimized for mobile devices.

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