How To Edit Components In Webflow
- George Apostolov
How To Edit Components In Webflow: step-by-step guide
Locate an instance of your component.
Or select it by simply clicking on it.
Once selected, double click to enter editing mode. The component will be highlighted and the background dulled.
Make your changes.
When done editing, click outside of the component or use the back button from the top left.
And you have edited your component!
Quick answer: To edit components in Webflow, locate and select a component instance, then double-click to enter editing mode. Make your required changes, and finish by clicking outside the component or using the top-left back button.
About this Webflow tutorial
Quickly update component instances in Webflow by entering editing mode, making changes, and exiting back to the canvas. This guide shows how to edit Components In Webflow in 6 steps, starting with "Locate an instance of your component" and finishing with "And you have edited your component!". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Webflow interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to edit Components In Webflow?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Webflow data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Webflow. Related guides: How To Edit Drop Down Menu In Webflow, How To Edit Hamburger Menu Webflow and How To Edit Rich Text Webflow. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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