Why is the left sticky navigation not finding the ID section selection on first use but functioning correctly after a little scroll on the published Webflow site?

Possible Reasons for Left Sticky Navigation Issue on Webflow Site

There are a few potential reasons why the left sticky navigation may not find the ID section selection on first use, but function correctly after a little scroll on the published Webflow site. Here are some things to consider:

1. Page Loading Speed: If the left sticky navigation relies on JavaScript or jQuery code, it's possible that the code is executing before the section selection has finished loading. This can happen if the code runs before the DOM (Document Object Model) is fully ready. One solution is to ensure that the JavaScript code is placed at the end of the document (before the closing </body> tag) or wrapped in a function that waits for the DOM to fully load before executing.

2. Scripts Execution Order: The issue could be related to the order in which the scripts are executed. If the left sticky navigation code is placed before the code that creates the ID section selections, it may not be able to find them when it runs initially. To fix this, ensure that the code for creating the ID section selections is executed before the left sticky navigation code.

3. Viewport Height Calculations: Another possibility is that the left sticky navigation relies on certain viewport height calculations, such as determining the height of the ID sections, to function correctly. If these calculations are not accurate or are delayed, it could cause the navigation to fail initially. One solution is to check that the viewport height calculations are accurate and that they are triggered after the ID sections have finished loading.

4. CSS or Styling Issues: It's also worth checking if there are any CSS conflicts or styling issues that might be affecting the functionality of the left sticky navigation. Inspect the elements in the browser's developer tools and look for any errors or conflicts related to the navigation or the ID section selections. Be sure to check the CSS properties and styles that apply to these elements.

By investigating these potential causes, you can hopefully identify and resolve the issue with the left sticky navigation on your Webflow site.

Additional Questions:

1. How can I create a sticky navigation in Webflow?
2. What is the best practice for placing JavaScript code in a Webflow site?
3. How can I optimize the loading speed of my Webflow site?