Question:
How can I create a limitation to the width of the website? It grows endlessly on very huge screens and I want to limit it. Is there a code for that? Also, what is the biggest recommended breaking point for this? Thanks!
Product:
Wix Studio Editor
What are you trying to achieve:
Website in a normal size not too huge, I prefer that on huge screens it will not grow completely to the entire screen but prefer that there will be margins on the sides.
What have you already tried:
Talked with support several times but they didn’t have a quick or safe solution for that. Just to define each element separately which created a bug.
Additional information:
All the templates on Wix studio behave like this and it’s a bit weird looking.
Responsive Design with Breakpoints (Acknowledging Padding Limitations) and Container Element
While Wix Studio Editor doesn’t offer a direct way to set a maximum website width, you can achieve a similar effect through responsive design principles. However, it’s important to understand the limitations of using padding for this purpose.
Limitations of Padding:
Affects All Sections: Applying padding to the entire page adds space around all sections, potentially disrupting your intended layout and causing unwanted gaps.
Doesn’t Limit Content Width: Padding only affects the space around elements, not the element’s intrinsic size. Content within sections can still potentially grow beyond the desired width.
Addressing Limitations with Breakpoints and Container Element:
Utilize Breakpoints:
Leverage Wix Studio Editor’s built-in breakpoints (e.g., desktop, tablet, mobile) to adjust the website layout automatically at specific screen sizes.
Control Section Widths at Breakpoints:
Within the editor, focus on setting the maximum width for each section at each breakpoint. This indirectly controls the overall displayed width of the website while maintaining control over section layouts and content placement.
Container Element (Optional):
For even more control over the main content area, consider creating a container element (e.g., a section with a fixed width). This element would act as a wrapper for your entire website content.
Adjust the container element’s width at each breakpoint to control the overall website width indirectly. This approach allows for separate control over the main content area while keeping space for sidebars or other elements outside the container.
Benefits of Responsive Design and Container Element:
Adaptable Across Devices: Responsive design ensures your website adapts to different screen sizes, providing a good user experience for visitors using desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Maintains Design Control: By controlling section widths, you maintain control over the main layout and content areas.
Flexibility with Sidebars: The container element approach allows for separate control over the main content area and potential sidebars or other elements outside.
Additional Tips:
Content Width: Even with section width control, consider setting a maximum width for text and image elements within sections. This prevents them from overflowing and ensures readability across devices.
Margin and Padding for Sections: Strategically use margins and padding within sections to create breathing room and enhance the visual appeal without significantly impacting the overall width.
While padding the entire page isn’t the ideal solution, understanding responsive design with breakpoints and the container element approach empowers you to effectively limit website width in Wix Studio Editor and create a visually pleasing, user-friendly experience across various devices.
Something you might be interested in! Max-width had begun rolling out! You’ll be able to have more control over your elements on wider screens! See the announcement here
