Don't use Combo Classes when:
While Webflow does not directly call them "combo classes," you achieve a similar outcome by creating multiple classes and applying them to an element. Here’s how:
| Mistake | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | Overriding base properties by accident | Only change what is different in the combo class. | | Forgetting you used a combo class | Name clearly: btn icon-right instead of btn new . | | Styling the same property in 3 places | If you set padding in 3 different combo classes, you’ll get confused. Keep core spacing in the base. |
In Webflow, a combo class is essentially a combination of two or more classes that you can apply to an element. This feature is incredibly useful for designers and developers who want to keep their styles organized and efficiently reusable. combo class webflow
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If you want to change the font size for all buttons, make sure you are editing the base class. To do this in Webflow, click the selector field and select the base class from the dropdown to "jump back" before making changes. Use a Naming Convention
: Make sure you're in the Designer view. This is where you can visually design and build your website. Don't use Combo Classes when: While Webflow does
: Use combo classes to enforce consistency across your website. For example, you could have a .btn class for buttons and combine it with .primary , .secondary , etc., for different styles.
: Log into your Webflow account and open the project you want to work on.
Have a combo class trick I missed? Let me know in the comments below. | | Styling the same property in 3
: On the right side of the Designer, you’ll see the Class panel. Here, you can see and manage classes.
⚠️ Always keep the Base Class name first. The order doesn't affect the CSS technically, but it keeps your Navigator organized.