Enhancing Webflow Content: Incorporating <table> Tags for Rich Text

Rich Text elements are an excellent way to create long-form content like blog posts, about pages, and biographies in Webflow. However, embedding tables in the rich text editor can be a bit of a challenge. This post aims to guide Webflow users on how to incorporate

tags into their Rich Text content, making their posts more structured and data-rich.

The Problem

Webflow offers a wide array of elements that can be embedded within the Rich Text editor, like images, videos, and lists. Yet, when it comes to adding tables within the Rich Text element, the platform doesn't provide a built-in solution. This often leads to Webflow users seeking ways to embed tables in their Rich Text content.

Example of the Problem

Take for example, a Webflow user "Asher" who wanted to embed a table in the rich text editor for his clients to be able to replicate in the CMS. He tried embedding his jsfiddle dashboard, but couldn't actually show the result that was created. This left him searching for a solution to embed a table in the rich-media field of his Webflow project. Here is a link to his project for reference.

The Solution

Unfortunately, as of now, Webflow does not support embedding code into a Rich Text Element (RTE) with jsfiddle. However, there are workarounds. One of them is using an Embed element outside of the RTE. Another method is to host text files on Github and embed files hosted on Github. If you need to do this within rich-text, it’s also possible with a bit more custom code. You can detect a “placeholder” and replace it with the external content.

Step-by-Step Guide

Create your table in jsfiddle: JsFiddle is a cloud-based JavaScript playground that allows developers to tweak their code and see the results in real-time. Use it to create your table.
Host your text files on Github: Github is a web-based hosting service for version control and collaboration. It allows you to and others work together on projects. Once your table is ready, you can host your text files on Github.
Embed your files hosted on Github: After hosting your text files on Github, you can now embed these files in your Webflow project. You can follow this guide on how to embed files hosted on Github.
Replace the placeholder with external content: If you need to incorporate this within rich-text, you will need a bit more custom code. The idea is to detect a “placeholder” within your rich text and replace it with the external content, which in this case is your table.

Additional Resources

While incorporating

tags into your Rich Text content in Webflow might require a workaround, it's worth the effort for the enhanced structuring and data-rich content it can provide. With a little bit of patience and creativity, you can enhance your Webflow content and make it more appealing and informative for your visitors.

Pro Tip: Utilizing Custom Code for Advanced Table Styling in Webflow

While incorporating

tags into your Rich Text content is a great start, if you want to take your table design to the next level, don't shy away from using custom code. Webflow allows you to add custom code for advanced styling possibilities. This can be beneficial if you want to add unique features to your table or style it in a way that aligns with your overall website design.

How to Implement Custom Code for Table Styling

Create a New Embed Element: Start by adding a new Embed Element to your Rich Text content. This will be where you'll add your custom code.
Enter Your Custom Code: Now, enter your custom HTML, CSS, or JavaScript code. Remember to always start with a

tag, and then use for table rows and for table data. You can also add classes to these tags for styling purposes. For example, <table class="my-table">.

Style Your Table: Now, go to the Designer, select your table (using the class you just created), and apply your custom styles. You can change the cell padding, border, background color, and more. The sky's the limit when it comes to custom styling!

Remember, while this is an advanced tip, don't be intimidated. Playing around with custom code can really enhance your website's design, and the more you practice, the more comfortable you'll become. Happy designing!