How can I add a new link menu to the existing header in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To add a new link menu to the existing header in Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Select the header element: In the Webflow Designer, navigate to the page where you want to add the new link menu. Select the header element by clicking on it.

  2. Add a new link block: With the header selected, click on the plus sign (+) to add a new element. Choose the "Link Block" option.

  3. Customize the link block: Once the link block is added, you can customize it to fit your needs. You can do this by changing its position, size, background color, or any other style properties.

  4. Add text or other elements inside the link block: You can add text or other elements like icons, images, or dividers inside the link block to create your menu. To add text, simply click on the link block and start typing.

  5. Set up the link: With the text selected, you can set up the link destination by clicking on the settings icon (gear icon) in the Webflow Designer panel. In the settings panel, you can choose the link type (page, external URL, section on the same page, etc.) and specify the link destination.

  6. Copy and paste the link block: To add multiple links to your menu, you can simply copy and paste the link block and customize the text and link destination for each new block.

  7. Arrange the link blocks: Arrange the link blocks horizontally or vertically to create your desired menu layout. You can drag and drop the link blocks to change their position within the header.

  8. Style the link menu: Once you have added all the link blocks and arranged them as desired, you can apply additional styling to the link menu. This includes changing the font, color, hover effects, and adding any additional interactions.

  9. Preview and publish: After completing the design of your new link menu, you can preview how it looks on different devices using the Webflow Designer's responsive preview mode. Once you are satisfied with the result, publish your changes to make them live on your website.

By following these steps, you can easily add a new link menu to the existing header in Webflow and create a customized navigation experience for your website visitors.

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