🛍️ How to Create a Drop Down Menu in Shopify
As an online store owner, you want to make sure that your customers can easily navigate your website and find the products they're looking for. One way to do this is by adding a drop down menu to your Shopify store. Drop down menus are great for listing out different collections or simply organizing different sections of your site into one easy-to-use list of links.
In this Shopify tutorial, we'll show you how to create a drop down menu step by step. We'll also provide some tips and tricks to help you make the most out of your drop down menu.
📝 Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Step 1: Accessing the Navigation Menu
- Step 2: Adding a New Drop Down Menu
- Step 3: Adding Links to Your Drop Down Menu
- Step 4: Rearranging and Editing Your Drop Down Menu
- Tips and Tricks for Creating a Great Drop Down Menu
- Pros and Cons of Using a Drop Down Menu
- Conclusion
- FAQs
- Resources
📝 Step 1: Accessing the Navigation Menu
To create a drop down menu in Shopify, you'll need to access the Navigation menu in your Shopify admin. Here's how:
1. Log in to your Shopify admin.
2. Click on "Online Store" in the left-hand menu.
3. Click on "Navigation."
This will take you to the Navigation page, where you can see your current menus.
📝 Step 2: Adding a New Drop Down Menu
If you're building a menu from scratch, you can click on "Add menu" in the top right. In this example, we're going to add a drop down menu to our already existing main menu.
1. Click on "Main menu."
2. Click on "Add menu item."
3. Give your drop down menu a name. This will be the title found at the top of your drop down menu. We're going to call it "Quick Links."
4. If you want this to be clickable and take a user to a specific page, you can choose from a list of links here. However, in many cases, you may not want to add a link as it simply serves as a title. To do this, we can add the number sign (#) or hash sign.
5. Click "Add" to save your new drop down menu.
📝 Step 3: Adding Links to Your Drop Down Menu
Now that you've created your drop down menu, it's time to add some links to it. Here's how:
1. Click on "Add menu item" again.
2. Add a link to the home page by clicking inside the search field and selecting "Home page." From there, we'll edit the name slightly and change it to "Home."
3. To place "Home" under "Quick Links," simply drag it up and to the right.
4. To add even more items to your drop down menu, click on "Add menu item" again. In this case, we will add a link to a collection called "Painting Tools" and a page from our Shopify store.
5. Hit "Add" in the bottom right to save your new links.
📝 Step 4: Rearranging and Editing Your Drop Down Menu
Now that you've added all of your links, you can rearrange the order of your items by dragging and dropping them. You can even create a multi-level drop down menu.
If you need to delete items, you can do so by clicking on the "..." icon next to the item and selecting "Delete."
📝 Tips and Tricks for Creating a Great Drop Down Menu
- Keep your drop down menu simple and easy to use.
- Use clear and concise titles for your drop down menu items.
- Group related items together.
- Use subheadings to break up your drop down menu into sections.
- Use images or icons to make your drop down menu more visually appealing.
- Test your drop down menu on different devices to make sure it's mobile-friendly.
📝 Pros and Cons of Using a Drop Down Menu
Pros:
- Drop down menus can help organize your website and make it easier for customers to find what they're looking for.
- They can save space on your website by condensing multiple links into one menu.
- They can be visually appealing and add a professional touch to your website.
Cons:
- Drop down menus can be overwhelming if there are too many items or if they're poorly organized.
- They can be difficult to use on mobile devices.
- They can slow down your website if they're not optimized properly.
📝 Conclusion
Creating a drop down menu in Shopify is a great way to organize your website and make it easier for customers to find what they're looking for. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial and using our tips and tricks, you can create a drop down menu that's both functional and visually appealing.
📝 FAQs
Q: How many items should I include in my drop down menu?
A: It's best to keep your drop down menu simple and easy to use. Try to limit the number of items to no more than 10.
Q: Can I create a multi-level drop down menu?
A: Yes, you can create a multi-level drop down menu by dragging and dropping items to create submenus.
Q: How do I optimize my drop down menu for mobile devices?
A: To optimize your drop down menu for mobile devices, make sure it's easy to use and doesn't require too much scrolling. You can also use icons or images to make it more visually appealing.
📝 Resources
- [Shopify Help Center: Navigation](https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/online-store/menus-and-links/navigation)
- [e-Store Kings YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvDcUXuIzQfeEY--xrgxSA)
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