How to add an icon to a button in Webflow?

Here is how to add an icon to a button in webflow

First head to the Google Fonts website and navigate to the "Icons" section
Then find the download link for the font icons
Open the fonts folder
Choose the variant you’d like to use
Then download the raw file for the selected font-variant
In your Webflow dashboard, locate your project thumbnail and click the three-dot menu for options
Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu
Click on "Fonts" in the left panel
Under "Custom Fonts", upload the font file you downloaded earlier
Provide a name for the font file and click the "Upload font file" button
Once uploaded, the new font will be listed under "Installed Fonts"
Open your project in the Webflow Designer and select the button where you want to add an icon
Then go to "Font" under the Typography section in the right sidebar
Change the button’s font to the new Google Icons Font
Next, go back to Google Fonts and find the icon you want
Copy the span tag text associated with the icon
Return to Webflow and replace the button text with the copied icon name
The icon will now appear as part of your button, and you can style it like regular text using font size, color, and more

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Why should you add an icon to a button in Webflow?

Webflow: A dynamic platform empowering users to create visually stunning and highly functional websites without coding expertise.

Incorporating an icon into a button within Webflow enhances user experience by making navigation more intuitive and engaging. Icons serve as visual cues that complement text, allowing users to understand the button's purpose instantly and effectively. This feature not only adds aesthetic value but can also improve click-through rates by providing clear, concise communication.

By enriching buttons with icons, designers can streamline workflows and elevate site interactions, fostering a seamless, visually appealing web experience.

Last update

August 17, 2026

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