Why is my Framer canvas appearing blank

A blank canvas in Framer can prevent you from editing your site, even though your published site continues to work normally. This issue typically occurs when an error in your Layout Template prevents the editor from rendering the canvas.

What causes a blank canvas

Framer uses Layout Templates to display repeated elements across multiple pages. When a component within a Layout Template contains an error, the editor cannot render the canvas.

Common causes include:

• Third-party components with compatibility issues

• Code overrides that fail to execute in the editor

• Missing or incorrectly configured code override files

Layout Templates load before page content. A single error within them can prevent the entire canvas from appearing.

How to identify the issue

A Layout Template error typically presents with these symptoms:

• The canvas remains blank across all breakpoints

• Your published site displays correctly

• The canvas reappears when you remove the Layout Template

These indicators confirm the issue originates from the Layout Template rather than your page content.

How to resolve the issue

Follow these steps to restore your canvas:

1. Identify and remove the problematic component from your Layout Template.

2. Place the component directly on your page canvas.

3. Refresh the editor to confirm the canvas loads correctly.

If you're using code overrides, verify that:

1. The override file is properly assigned to the component

2. The file does not display as “missing” in the component settings

To prevent future issues, keep components that use custom code or third-party integrations on individual pages rather than in Layout Templates.

If you’re still experiencing issues, please reach out to us through our contact page for additional help.