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Updating Menus

Updating a menu in WordPress is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

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Before we start, make sure you've successfully logged in to your WordPress Dashboard & are navigated into it.

  1. Once logged in, go to "Appearance" in the left-hand menu, then click on "Menus." This will take you to the Menu Editor screen.

  2. Select the Menu to Update​

    If you have multiple menus, choose the one you want to update from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.

  3. Add or Remove Items​

    To add items to your menu, you can choose from various options such as pages, posts, custom links, or categories from the left-hand column. Check the items you want to add and click "Add to Menu." To remove items, simply click on the arrow next to the item name to expand its options, then click "Remove."

  4. Arrange Menu Items​

    You can arrange the items by dragging and dropping them into the desired order. Sub-items (child items) can be nested under parent items by dragging them slightly to the right beneath the parent item.

  5. Customize Menu Item Settings (optional)​

    Click on the arrow next to each menu item to expand its settings. Here, you can customize the navigation label (the text displayed on the menu), title attribute, CSS classes, and link relationship (for custom links).

  6. Save Changes​

    Once you've made the necessary updates to your menu, click the "Save Menu" button to save your changes.

  7. Preview Changes (optional)​

    You can preview your website to see how the updated menu will look to visitors before making it live. Click the "Preview" button at the top of the Menu Editor screen.

  8. Publish Changes​

    If you're satisfied with the changes, click the "Publish" button to make the updated menu live on your website.

That's it! Your menu should now be updated with the changes you've made. Visitors to your site will see the updated menu reflecting the modifications you've implemented.