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Is there a guide on creating a centralized navigation like the one in this template using Webflow? I've attempted it before, but the mobile version ends up being distorted. I will share a Webflow link with my progress soon. Currently reworking it.

TL;DR
  • Use Flexbox to structure desktop nav with left links, center logo, and right links, ensuring side containers are equal width for centering.
  • At mobile breakpoints, switch to a column layout or use Webflow’s Navbar with a hamburger menu, hiding side links and avoiding fixed widths.

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.
  • 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.

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