You're trying to build a centralized navigation menu in Webflow—commonly seen with links arranged around a central brand logo or icon—and you're facing layout issues on mobile devices.
1. Understand the Centralized Navigation Layout
- Centralized navigation usually features the logo in the center, with links on both sides horizontally (typically on desktop).
- On mobile, the layout often transforms into a collapsible menu (hamburger menu) for better usability.
2. Desktop Structure: Correct Element Nesting
Use a Navbar element or create a custom div
structure.
Inside the nav, structure your content like this:
Left Links (Div Block)
Center Logo (Div Block with Image or Text)
Right Links (Div Block)
Use Flexbox on the parent nav container:
Display: Flex, Justify: Space Between, Align: Center
You can fix the center alignment by making the left and right link blocks have the same width.
3. Mobile Layout: Switch to Column + Hamburger
- Set a media query (Breakpoints) in Webflow for tablet and below.
- Change the parent nav structure to Flex Direction: Column or use Webflow’s built-in Navbar component which includes a responsive menu toggle.
- If hand-building your nav, hide the side links and add a hamburger icon that toggles a full-screen or dropdown menu.
4. Avoid Common Mobile Mistakes
- Don’t use fixed widths for link containers; use % or auto.
- Ensure center logo doesn’t overflow its container on smaller screens—set max-width.
- Double-check z-index of dropdown menus if they appear under content.
- Disable center alignment overrides used for desktop on mobile breakpoint.
5. Use a Pre-Built Template as Reference
- If you’re referencing a specific template, inspect how their nav is built:
- Use Webflow’s Navigator panel to see hierarchy.
- Check settings applied at different breakpoints.
- Look for hidden elements that show during mobile view.
6. Optional: Share Link for Specific Feedback
- If you're reworking your project, you can share a read-only Webflow link later.
- I can review your structure and offer fixes directly once you provide that.
Summary
To build a centralized navigation in Webflow: use Flex layouts with a structured left–center–right format on desktop, then switch to a column or hamburger menu on mobile using breakpoints. Avoid fixed widths and prioritize flexible layouts. Once you share your link, I can help you adjust mobile-specific issues.