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How to update your website menu in WordPress

Add new pages to your navigation menu, remove old links, and put everything in the right order in a few simple steps.

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Steps

  1. Log in to WordPress

    Sign in to your WordPress dashboard. Our guide on how to log in to WordPress covers this if you need it.
  2. Open the Menus Screen

    In the menu on the left, go to "Appearance" and click "Menus". If your site uses a block theme you may see "Appearance" then "Editor" instead. If you are not sure which applies to your site, give us a ring and we will point you in the right direction.
  3. Select the Menu You Want to Edit

    Most websites have one main menu, often called "Main Menu" or "Primary". If there is more than one, choose the right menu from the dropdown at the top and click "Select".
  4. Add a New Page to the Menu

    On the left you will see a list of your pages. Tick the box beside the page you want to add, then click "Add to Menu". It will appear at the bottom of the menu list on the right.
  5. Reorder Items by Dragging

    Click and hold any menu item, then drag it up or down to change the order. Drag an item slightly to the right, underneath another one, to make it a dropdown item under that page.
  6. Remove Old Links

    Click the small arrow on the right of any menu item to expand it, then click "Remove". This only removes the link from the menu. The page itself is not deleted.
  7. Save and Check Your Website

    Click the blue "Save Menu" button, then open your website and check the menu looks right on both desktop and mobile. The mobile menu usually appears behind the three line icon in the corner.

You need to know:

Keep your menu short and clear. Five to seven items is plenty for most small business websites, and every visitor should be able to find your contact page in one click. If you would like us to tidy up your menu for you, call 066 717 4067.

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